5th Generation Jet Fighters - The latest breed of combat aircraft could be the last

Since their first appearance in the World War I, fighter aircraft have always been among the most advanced weapon systems on any battlefield. The emerging fifth generation of combat aircraft is set to continue this trend incorporating in their design the latest advancements in technologies like stealth, composite materials, avionics and sensors. This book introduces the latest fighters being developed for the worlds top air-forces, that will dominate the airspace of this century, as well as their younger competitors and would-be replacements - the Unmanned Areal Vehicles.

Product details

• Authors: Edward R. Miller-Jones
• Assisted by: Edward R. Miller-Jones (Editor), Edwar R Miller-Jones (Editor)
• Publisher: FastBook Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.01.2011
• EAN: 9786130112493
• ISBN: 978-613-0-11249-3
• No. of pages: 124
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Technology