Name: 6th Generation Fighters: Can India Keep Pace with the Global Race? | Future of Air Combat 2040
Uploaded: 2025-08-20T07:30:00+00:00
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Description: The world is racing toward 6th generation fighter jets — aircraft that will dominate the skies of 2040 with AI, stealth beyond radar, drone swarms, and hypersonic weapons. The U.S., China, Europe, and

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The world is racing toward 6th generation fighter jets — aircraft that will dominate the skies of 2040 with AI, stealth beyond radar, drone swarms, and hypersonic weapons. The U.S., China, Europe, and Russia are already investing billions. But where does India stand in this global race?

In this deep-dive, we explore:

What defines a 6th generation fighter jet

The progress of the U.S. NGAD, Europe’s Tempest & FCAS, China’s next-gen project, and Russia’s struggles

India’s own journey with AMCA, Loyal Wingman, and drone warfare

The challenges India faces — engines, funding, and delays

Whether India should leap to 6th gen, or master 5.5 gen with AI and drones

⚡ This is not just about jets — it’s about power, survival, and whether India can claim its place in the skies of the future.

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