the combat history of modern fighter jets F35 , SU 57 ,SU 35 , Mig 21 , Mig 29
Here’s a table summarizing the combat history of modern fighter jets F35 , SU 57 ,SU 35 , Mig 21 , Mig 29
several modern fighter jets have been used in combat. Here are some key examples, including F-35 and Su-57:
1. F-35 in Combat
Where & When?
Israel: First confirmed combat use in 2018 against Iranian targets in Syria.
United States: Used in Afghanistan (2018) and later in Iraq & Syria against ISIS.
UK & US Marines: Used in 2021 for airstrikes against ISIS in Syria.
What Happened?
Israel’s F-35I Adir reportedly conducted deep strikes in Syria undetected by Russian-made S-300 and S-400 air defenses.
US & UK F-35Bs launched from aircraft carriers to strike ISIS targets using precision-guided bombs.
No F-35s have been lost in combat, proving its stealth and survivability.
2. Su-57 in Combat
Where & When?
Russia used Su-57 in Syria (2018 & 2020) and Ukraine (2022-present).
What Happened?
In Syria, Su-57s were reportedly tested in a combat environment, possibly launching guided missiles.
In Ukraine, Russia claims to have used Su-57s in long-range missile strikes, but it avoids flying deep into Ukrainian airspace to prevent losses.
No confirmed Su-57s have been lost, but its actual combat effectiveness remains unclear.
Russia-Ukraine War (2022-Present)
MiG-29s & Su-27s (Ukraine) vs. Su-35s & Su-30s (Russia).
Several Su-35s & Su-34s have been shot down by Ukrainian air defenses.
Ukraine’s MiG-29s have been upgraded to fire Western-made missiles like the AIM-120 AMRAAM.
Yemen War (2015-Present)
Saudi F-15s & Typhoons vs. Houthi rebels' air defenses.
Several Saudi jets have been damaged or shot down by surface-to-air missiles.
Indo-Pak Air Clash (2019)
Indian MiG-21, Su-30MKIs vs. Pakistani F-16s & JF-17s.
One Indian MiG-21 was shot down, while Pakistan’s claim of shooting down an Indian Su-30MKI remains disputed.
Takeaways from Real Combat
Stealth works: The F-35 has successfully evaded advanced air defenses.
Air defense threats are real: Russia has lost multiple Su-34s and Su-35s to Ukrainian air defenses.
Dogfights are rare: Most modern air combat happens beyond visual range (BVR) using missiles.
Here’s a table summarizing the combat history of modern fighter jets:
