stealth technology
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The term is now used to refer more generally to something that remains hidden or unknown: “This is a stealth proposal: no one knows what it means.”
Stealth aircraft were used for the first time in the Persian Gulf War, where they were highly successful.
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Decades later, the emergence of stealth technology and precision guided weapons revived the idea that airstrikes could be decisive.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 9, 2026
The F-35 is a fifth-generation fighter, which essentially means it has the latest weapons, electronics, and stealth technology.
From Barron's ● Nov. 18, 2025
The B-2 Spirit is a heavy strategic bomber featuring stealth technology designed to help it penetrate a dense anti-aircraft network.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 20, 2022
For one, stealth technology has improved, the company says, although it’s understandably reluctant to offer details.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 2, 2022
They can land vertically, similar to the Harrier Jump Jet, and combine radar-evading stealth technology with supersonic speeds.
From BBC ● Nov. 29, 2021
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