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Beyond the F-35: US, China are racing to build 6th-gen jets that will command drone fleets

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Times of India
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Sixth-generation fighter aircraft are expected to revolutionize air warfare by incorporating advanced technologies and strong connectivity.

Both the US and China are at the forefront of developing these advanced military systems.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:08:13 UTC.

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