"To identify the oldest and newest combat aircraft in the United States military, 24/7 Wall St. reviewed the 2024 World Air Forces report from FlightGlobal, an aviation and aerospace industry publication. We ranked these aircraft according to when they entered service with data from Military Factory, an online database of arms, vehicles, and aircraft. We also included supplemental data on how many of these aircraft are in active service or on order, the type of aircraft, and what military branches they serve in."
"Combat aircraft are essential to military strategy. These aircraft provide rapid response in combat scenarios, can deliver precise strikes against enemy forces, and even use advanced technology to offer more insight and data to military forces. By understanding the combat aircraft used by the U.S. Air Force, you can get a better look at joint military capabilities and defense strategies. Also, knowing what the U.S. has in its arsenal further explains its military capabilities and how the country aims to grow in the future."
The list identifies the oldest and newest combat aircraft in the U.S. military using the 2024 World Air Forces report from FlightGlobal and entry-into-service dates from Military Factory. Data include active service numbers, aircraft types, orders, and service branches. Combat aircraft provide rapid response, precision strike capability, and advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance support. The ranked inventory ranges from modern platforms such as the B-21 Raider and F-35 variants to legacy aircraft like the B-52H Stratofortress, demonstrating a fleet that mixes next-generation stealth and older long-range bombers.
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