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The article ranks the top 11 fighter aircraft currently in service, highlighting their capabilities, roles, and technological features, with the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II leading the list due to their advanced stealth, situational awareness, and combat performance.
Elon Musk criticized the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, advocating for the use of armed drones instead. His comments sparked debate, with aviation experts defending the F-35's capabilities and noting its superiority over current drone technology. While drones are increasingly effective in modern warfare, experts argue that they cannot yet replace the advanced technology and firepower of the F-35. The U.S. military is exploring the integration of drones with manned fighters, but the transition to fully unmanned combat systems is still in the future.
The search continues for a missing F-35 Lightning II fighter jet after its pilot ejected during a "mishap" near Joint Base Charleston. The pilot safely ejected and was taken to a local medical center. Emergency response teams have been deployed to locate the aircraft, focusing their efforts north of JB Charleston. Various organizations, including Navy Region Southeast and the FAA, are assisting in the search. Authorities are actively investigating the incident.