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Context: The U.S. will showcase some of its most advanced military aircraft at Aero India 2025.
About Aero India
- Aero India is Asia’s biggest aerospace and defence exhibition, held every two years in Bengaluru, India.
- It is organized by the Defence Exhibition Organisation (DEO), Ministry of Defence.
Aero India 2025
- Location: Yelahanka Air Force Station, Bengaluru.
- Participants: Defence companies, government officials, and military leaders from India and over 50 countries.
- Focus Areas:
- Fighter aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
- Defense electronics, avionics, and radar systems.
- Military technology and aerospace innovation.
- S. Participation at Aero India 2025: The United States will showcase advanced aircraft like the F-35, F-16, B-1 bomber, and KC-135 refuelling aircraft.
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F-35 Lightning II
- It is a fifth-generation multirole stealth fighter jet developed by Lockheed Martin for the S. military and allied nations.
- It is designed for air superiority, ground attack, reconnaissance and electronic warfare missions.
Key Features of the F-35: (Also Features of 5th Generation Fighter Jets)
- Stealth Technology: Jet’s radar-absorbing coating and shape reduce detection by enemy radar.
- Advanced Avionics: It is equipped with AESA radar, data fusion and AI-based systems for enhanced situational awareness.
- Supersonic Speed: Capable of reaching Mach 1.6 (1,960 km/h).
- Sensor Fusion: Integrates data from multiple sources for better targeting and defense.
- Electronic Warfare Capabilities: It can jam enemy radar and communication systems.
| UPSC PYQ |
Q. Consider the following aircraft : (2024)
How many of the above are considered fifth-generation fighter aircraft? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None Answer: D |
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