Early subsonic jets like the MiG-15 and the "Century Fighters" series (e.g., F-100 Super Sabre).
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Originally, aircraft were used for reconnaissance during World War I. The "fighter" was born when pilots began mounting machine guns to prevent enemy observation, leading to the development of synchronized gears that allowed firing through propeller blades. Early subsonic jets like the MiG-15 and the
Introduction of multi-role capabilities and heavy reliance on air-to-air missiles, exemplified by the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II . The Golden Age of Piston Engines (WWII) Originally,
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World War II pushed fighter design to its mechanical limits. Key advancements included all-metal monoplane designs, enclosed cockpits, and high-performance liquid-cooled engines.
Focus on maneuverability and fly-by-wire systems, such as the F-15 Eagle and the JAS-39 Gripen .