These Fighter Jets Are a Testament to the Power of the U.S. Air Force

The McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle, for example, reaches speeds of Mach 2.5 with an impressive combat record of over 100 victories and zero losses, demonstrating the U.S.' dominance as a global leader in air combat.

While this list is extensive, it does not include lesser-known aircraft or those with smaller production runs.

The U.S. Air Force is an arm of the Department of Defense, whose job is to protect our citizens but which also happens to be the largest employer in the United States.

Fighter planes have been a pivotal instrument in protecting us since World War II, and understanding the development of this tool/weapon is another way to understand better how our country defends itself.

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