# IRST

Tactical Assertiveness: How a Chinese J-10C Pilot Turned the Tables in a High-Stakes Aerial Duel

A PLAAF J-10C pilot successfully reversed a foreign radar lock during a maritime encounter, showcasing China's improved electronic warfare capabilities. The incident highlights the strategic importance of AESA radar and IRST systems in modernizing the PLA's tactical responses to foreign surveillance.

iMil2026年3月28日 17:27

#PLAAF#J-10C#Electronic Warfare

An F-22 Raptor jet fighter stationed on a runway during the Miramar Airshow in San Diego.

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US Proposes 'F‑22 2.0' Overhaul to Remedy Range and Sensor Shortfalls Ahead of Great‑Power Air Competition

Lockheed Martin unveiled an F‑22 '2.0' upgrade concept aimed at fixing two key limitations of the Raptor: limited range and the lack of an internal IRST sensor. The US Air Force plans to upgrade its entire fleet to preserve the platform’s edge against evolving fifth‑generation threats, but technical, fiscal and fleet‑size constraints will shape the programme’s ultimate impact.

iMil2026年3月14日 05:08

#F-22#Lockheed Martin#IRST