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5th Generation Aircraft: In the world, as we are doing scientific research and development in the field of medicine, space exploration, etc., development is also happening very fast in the field of defense technology. After Rafale (4.5th generation aircraft) joined the Indian Air Force, everyone wants to know about 5th generation fighter jet.

In this article, we have listed the names of 5th generation fighter jets.

5th generation aircraft

There is no accepted or precise definition of fifth generation fighter jets. But a producer named Lockheed Martin defined it; Aircraft that use all modern technologies, such as advanced avionics facilities, highly integrated computer systems, stealth technology, low probability of intercept radar (LPIR), and high-performance airframes, is called 5th generation fighter jet.

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5th generation aircraft list

5th Gen Fighter Jet

01.

• Aircraft Name - Boeing Saab T-7 Red Hawk (T-X)
• Country - America
• Manufacturing Year - 2023, in the development phase

02. 

• Aircraft Name - Chengdu (AVIC) J-20 (Black Eagle)
• Country - China
• Manufacturing Year - 2017, active, limited service

03. 

• Aircraft Name - HAL AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft)
• Country - India
• Manufacturing Year - 2030, in the development phase

04. 

• Aircraft Name - HL Sukhoi PMF / FGFA
• Country - India
• Manufacturing Year - 2019, (currently canceled)

05. 

• Aircraft Name - HESA F-313 Kaher (Winner)
• Country - Iran
• Manufacturing Year - 2018, in the development phase

06. 

• Aircraft Name - KAI KF-X
• Country - South Korea
• Manufacturing Year - 2028, in the development phase

07. 

• Aircraft Name - Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor
• Country - America
• Manufacturing Year - 2005 (active, in service)

08. 

• Aircraft Name - Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II
• Country - America
• Manufacturing Year - 2016 (active, in service)

09. 

• Aircraft Name - Mitsubishi X-2 (ATD-X / Shinshin)
• Country - Japan
• Manufacturing Year - 2016, Position: Retired, Limited Service

10. 

• Aircraft Name - Northrop Grumman T-X (Model 400)
• Country - America
• Manufacturing Year - 2017, (currently canceled)

11. 

• Aircraft Name - Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 (Black Widow II)
• Country - America
• Manufacturing Year - 1990, (currently canceled)

12. 

• Aircraft Name - Staqueti Javelin T-X
• Country - America
• Manufacturing Year - 2017, (currently canceled)

13. 

• Aircraft Name - Sukhoi Su-57 (Felon)
• Country - Russia
• Manufacturing Year - 2019, in the development phase

14. 

• Aircraft Name - TAI TF-X (F-X)
• Country - Turkey
• Manufacturing Year - 2030, in the development phase

No.	Aircraft Name	Country	Manufacturing Year
1.	Boeing Saab T-7 Red Hawk (T-X)	America	2023 (Development Phase)
2.	Chengdu (AVIC) J-20 (Black Eagle)	China	2017 (Active, Limited Service)
3.	HAL AMCA (Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft)	India	2030 (Development Phase)
4.	HL Sukhoi PMF / FGFA	India	2019 (Currently Canceled)
5.	HESA F-313 Kaher (Winner)	Iran	2018 (Development Phase)
6.	KAI KF-X	South Korea	2028 (Development Phase)
7.	Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor	America	2005 (Active)
8.	Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II	America	2016 (Active)
9.	Mitsubishi X-2 (ATD-X / Shinshin)	Japan	2016 (Position: Retired, Limited Service)
10.	Northrop Grumman T-X (Model 400)	America	2017 (Currently Canceled)
11.	Northrop-McDonnell Douglas YF-23 (Black Widow II)	America	1990 ( Currently Canceled)
12.	Staqueti Javelin T-X	America	2017 ( Currently Canceled )
13.	Sukhoi Su-57 (Felon)	Russia	2019 (Development Phase)
14.	TAI TF-X (F-X)	Turkey	2030 (Development Phase)

Best 5th Generation Fighter

1.American Lockheed F-22 "Raptor

The American Lockheed F-22 "Raptor is currently the most cutting-edge fighter aircraft. It has started racing for 5th generation fighter aircraft. It has been in service since the year 2005. The F-22, the Raptor may be a twin-engine, The single-seat is an all-weather stealth tactical military plane developed for the u. s. Air Force. It has a maximum speed of 2,574 kilometers per hour and service sealing of 50,000 feet.

2. HAL AMCA-India

India's effort is among the few countries in the world that have 5th generation fighter jet. India partnered with Russia to manufacture this 5th gen fighter jet at Aero India 2013.

HAL-AMCA-India

The AMCA will be a twin-engined aircraft, like a diamond with built-in stealth features. It will be fully built by 2030.

3. Sukhoi Su 57 (Felon) - Russia

The Russian Sukhoi Su 57 is a fifth-generation multirole aircraft, which is being developed to compete with the American Lockheed F-22 "Raptor" and will be in service soon. It is designed for air superiority and attack operations.


The Sukhoi su57 aircraft will be an aircraft using stealth technology in Russian military service. The main purpose of making it is to replace the MiG-29 and SU-27. It will be the best fighter aircraft ever built by Russia.

With this jet, Russia's ground and naval defenses will be strengthened, as well as designed to take into account supercruise, supermoonability, and advanced avionics.

4. Chengdu J-20-China

Chengdu J-20-China

China Chengdu J 20 "Black Eagle" is a 5th generation fighter aircraft, with stealth features slightly weaker than the American Lockheed F-22 Raptor. However, the Chengdu J20 aircraft are designed to compete with the American Lockheed F-22 "Raptor. The J-20 has a maximum speed of 2,100 kilometers per hour and service sealing is 59,055 feet.

This was a list of currently developed and in-progress fighter aircraft. Hopefully, after reading this article, you must have understood which country has 5th generation fighter aircraft in the world and which countries are making them?

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Conclusion 

The development of 5th generation aircraft has been a significant advancement in the field of defense technology. With the induction of Rafale, the Indian Air Force has set a new standard for modern air combat. The demand for 5th gen fighter jets has increased tremendously, and people are eager to know more about them. In this article, we have provided a comprehensive list of 5th generation fighter jets, including the best ones. It's an exciting time for aviation enthusiasts as the world continues to push the boundaries of technological innovation.

FAQs

Q. Which country has 5th generation fighters?

Ans- The countries that currently have 5th generation fighters are the United States, Russia, China.

Q. Which is the 5th generation aircraft in the world?

Ans- The United States, Russia, and China are the only countries that have operational 5th generation aircraft.

Q. What generation is Tejas?

Ans- Tejas is classified as a 4th generation fighter.

Q. Does any country have 6th-generation fighter jets?

Ans- Japan had announced its plan to partner with the United Kingdom and Italy for the joint development of their next-generation fighter jet.

Q. Which fighter jet will India buy?

Ans- According to The Hindu, HAL has confirmed that the delivery of the first LCA-Mk1A to the Indian Air Force is on track for February 2024. Meanwhile, officials from ADA have stated that the development of the LCA-Mk2, which is expected to be more advanced than the LCA-MK1A, is anticipated to be completed by 2027. During the Aero India event, Navy Chief Adm. also commented on the progress of the LCA program.