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YFM-1 Airacuda Role Interceptor National origin United States Manufacturer Bell Aircraft First flight 1 September 1937 [1] Introduction 23 February 1940 Retired 1942 Primary user United States Army Air Corps Produced 1937–1939 Number built 13 The   Bell YFM-1 Airacuda   was an American   heavy fighter   aircraft, developed by the   Bell Aircraft Corporation   during the mid-1930s. It was the first military aircraft produced by Bell. Originally designated the   Bell Model 1 , the Airacuda first flew on 1 September 1937. The Airacuda was marked by bold design advances and considerable flaws that eventually grounded the aircraft. The Airacuda was Bell Aircraft's answer for a " bomber destroyer " aircraft. Although it did see limited production, and one fully operational  squadron  was eventually formed, only one  prototype  and 12 production models were ultimately built, in three slightly different versions. Design and development...

  Sagittario 2  MM560  in Italian Air Force markings at the 1957 Paris Air Salon The   Aerfer Sagittario 2   ( Italian   for   sagittarius ) was a prototype all-metal single-seat lightweight   fighter aircraft   built in Italy by   Aerfer , intended to serve as an interceptor or light tactical support aircraft. First flown in 1956, it became the first Italian aircraft to break the   sound barrier   in controlled flight when it reached Mach 1.1 during a dive from 13,725 m (45,000 ft). Design and development [ edit ] The Sagittario 2 was based on the earlier  Sagittario , which was itself a development of the  S.7  piston-engined training aircraft that went into service with the  Italian Air Force  in small numbers. A small all-metal aircraft, the Sagittario 2 had its  jet engine  mounted in the nose, with the exhaust underneath the mid-fuselage. The wing and tail surfaces were highly-swept...

  The   Aerfer  Ariete   ( Italian   for   Ram ) was a prototype   fighter aircraft   built in   Italy   in 1958. It was a refined derivative of the   Aerfer Sagittario 2 , and was an attempt to bring that aircraft up to a standard where it could be mass-produced as a viable combat aircraft. Retaining most of the Sagittario 2's layout with a nose intake and ventral exhaust for the main  Derwent  engine, the Ariete added a  Rolls-Royce Soar  RS.2 auxiliary turbojet engine to provide additional power for climbing and sprinting. This used a dorsal, retractable intake with its exhaust at the tail. No production ensued; a proposed version with a  de Havilland Spectre  rocket engine instead of the auxiliary turbojet, the  Aerfer Leone , was abandoned before a prototype could be built. Operators   Italy Italian air force operated two aircraft for evaluation test Specifications (Ariete) Data from ...

The F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation multirole fighter aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin. It is designed to be a versatile platform capable of performing air-to-air combat, air-to-ground strikes, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions. Here is some detailed information about the F-35 Lightning II: Variants: The F-35 Lightning II has three primary variants developed to meet the specific needs of different branches of the U.S. military and international partner nations:F-35A: The conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) variant designed for the U.S. Air Force. F-35B: The short takeoff and vertical landing (STOVL) variant designed for the U.S. Marine Corps and capable of operating from amphibious assault ships. F-35C: The carrier-based variant designed for the U.S. Navy, featuring larger wings and reinforced landing gear to handle catapult launches and arrested recoveries on aircraft carriers. Stealth Capabilities: The F-35 Lightning II incorporates advan...

The F-22 Raptor is a fifth-generation stealth air superiority fighter aircraft developed by Lockheed Martin for the United States Air Force (USAF). It is renowned for its advanced capabilities and cutting-edge technologies. Here are some key features and details about the F-22 Raptor: Role: The F-22 Raptor is primarily designed as an air superiority fighter, meaning its main purpose is to gain control of the skies and dominate aerial combat. It is capable of engaging both air-to-air and air-to-ground targets. Stealth: The F-22 Raptor incorporates advanced stealth technology, including a combination of shape, materials, and coatings that reduce its radar signature, making it difficult for enemy radars to detect and track the aircraft. Performance: The F-22 Raptor has exceptional speed, agility, and maneuverability, enabling it to outperform most other fighter aircraft. It can reach speeds greater than Mach 2 (approximately 1,500 mph or 2,410 km/h) without the use of afterburners. Weapo...