A FIVE-GENERATION HISTORY OF JET FIGHTER DEVELOPMENT

Authors

  • Maksymilian Kuśka Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
  • Hanna Kałuża Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
  • Piotr Świstek Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
  • Mikołaj Stiebal Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering
  • Julia Murzyn Silesian University of Technology, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering

Keywords:

jet fighters, jet propulsion, differences between fighter jet generations, development, machine design

Abstract

Over the past 80 years, the scientific community has divided jet fighters into
five different generations, according to different aspects. The first generation consists of
pioneer machines – the first jet powered fighters. It stems from the times o world war II.
Second generation that spans over the ‘50 and the Korean War contains supersonic
airplanes equipped with rocket-powered missiles. Third generation of fighters from the
’60 and ’70 emphasises multirole capabilities. There is also development of avionics and
weapon systems. What characterizes the fourth generation are multirole airplanes,
advanced electronics and the development of radars and missiles. Additionally,
generation 4,5 contains jets with lower radar profile and network support. Machines of
the fifth generation are characterized by stealth technology and significant digitalization.

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Published

2025-05-15

Issue

Vol. 109 No. 1 (2025): Eunomia - Sustainable Development

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