Consider the following aircraft: 1. Rafale 2. MiG-29 3. Tejas MK-1 How many of the above are considered fifth generation fighter aircraft?
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Fifth-generation fighter aircraft are characterized by advanced stealth, superior agility, advanced avionics, and integrated computer systems. Let's consider the aircraft listed:
1. Rafale: This is a 4.5 generation multirole fighter aircraft developed by Dassault Aviation.
2. MiG-29: This is a fourth-generation multirole fighter aircraft developed by Mikoyan in the Soviet Union.
3. Tejas MK-1: This is a fourth-generation light multirole fighter aircraft developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in India.
_None of the above aircraft are considered fifth-generation fighter aircraft._