Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft
Question
Consider the following aircraft: How many of the above are considered fifth generation fighter aircraft?
- 1.
Rafael
- 2.
MiG-29
- 3.
Tejas MK-1
Options
Only one
Only two
All three
None
Explanation
None of the listed aircraft are fifth-generation fighters. The Rafale and Tejas MK-1 are classified as 4.5-generation (or 4th generation) aircraft. The MiG-29 is a 4th-generation fighter. Fifth-generation fighters are defined by advanced stealth capabilities, internal weapons bays, and supercruise (e.g., F-22, F-35, Su-57).
Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2024
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q35
Subject
Science & Technology
Sub-topic
Defence Technology
Type
How-many counting
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
IAF Modernization / Fifth Generation Fighter Aircraft Global Induction
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