Key Points and Summary - A defense of the F-35 argues that criticizing its dogfighting performance is a mistake based on an anachronistic view of air combat. -The F-35 was not designed to win a ...
With small control surfaces and no thrust vectoring, the F-35 cannot change direction rapidly in close-range engagements. While hyper maneuverability has become a cornerstone of modern fighter jet ...
It all comes down to the design of the aircraft. From its stealth features and the long-range armaments concealed within its frame to its advanced situational awareness, everything about the F-35 is ...