Maya Carlin is a Middle East Defense Editor for The National Interest, with her work also appearing in 19FortyFive and CauseACTION Clarion. Maya specializes in military aviation and defense technology, providing in-depth analysis and reporting on topics such as fighter jets, submarines, and nuclear weapons.
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By: Maya Carlin
In 1976, the U.S. Navy faced a Cold War emergency when an F-14 Tomcat fell from the USS John F. Kennedy into the North Atlantic. With the Tomcat’s advanced AIM-54 Phoenix missile and AGQ-9 radar at stake, the Navy raced to locate and recover the jet before Soviet forces could reach it.
When the F-111 first entered service during the Cold War, it became the first platform capable of performing in multiple roles to fly the skies. The “Aardvark” also represented the first production airframe with a variable sweep wing configuration that could be changed in flight.
The B-52J Stratofortress, a revamp of the U.S. Air Force's enduring B-52 bomber, faces delays, with initial operational capability now expected by 2033.
The Lockheed F-104 “Starfighter,” developed by Clarence “Kelly” Johnson's Skunk Works, was a Cold War marvel known for its Mach-2.0 speed and sleek, missile-like design.
By: Maya Carlin
The MiG-41, Russia’s touted sixth-generation fighter, promises Mach-4 speeds and advanced anti-satellite capabilities, but remains shrouded in mystery. Developed by Mikoyan and formally known as the PAK DP, it allegedly aims to outpace any military aircraft worldwide.
By: Maya Carlin
Russia’s lone aircraft carrier, Admiral Kuznetsov, has been marooned in a lengthy refit, plagued by design flaws, fires, and outdated technology. The carrier, built during the Cold War, operates on mazut, a tar-like fuel causing performance and environmental issues, unlike modern nuclear-powered counterparts.
The railgun, a weapon concept dating back to World War I, uses electromagnetic force to launch projectiles at hypersonic speeds. Despite significant investments, both the U.S. and China face challenges in developing this technology.
By: Maya Carlin
The Sukhoi Su-57, Russia's answer to fifth-generation fighter jets, faces production issues and is unlikely to rival America’s F-35 Lightning II on the global stage.
The Eagle’s prowess and development can be traced back to the early days of the Vietnam War when the Navy and Air Force were sorting out details for a joint future tactical aircraft. At the time, then-Secretary of State Robert McNamara tasked both services to create a singular platform that could fulfill the missions of both.
By: Maya Carlin
The Lockheed-Martin F-22 Raptor, the U.S. Air Force’s premier stealth fighter, exceeds all near-peer airframes in capabilities like stealth, supercruise, and supermaneuverability. However, it was never adapted for carrier operations due to budget and technical constraints under the Naval Advanced Tactical Fighter (NATF) program.
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