fighter aircraft

• Военный самолёт, предназначенный в первую очередь для воздушного боя с другими самолётами, обычно быстрый, маневренный и оснащённый таким оружием, как ракеты и пушки.

A military aircraft designed primarily for air-to-air combat against other aircraft, typically fast, maneuverable, and equipped with weapons such as missiles and cannons.

1. Military combat aircraftB2formal

   A fast, maneuverable military airplane designed primarily for air-to-air combat against other aircraft.

   Истребитель

   • The air force deployed several fighter aircraft to patrol the border.
   • Modern fighter aircraft are equipped with advanced radar and missile systems.
   • The pilot trained for years to fly a supersonic fighter aircraft.