Describes ten contemporary military airplanes, from the Mirage F1 to the F35 Lightning II, including American, European, and Soviet aircraft, and discusses their technological innovations, military use, and inner structure.

Includes index.

Mirage F1 -- F-15E Strike Eagle -- Mikoyan MiG-29 Fulcrum -- Sukhol Su-27 Flanker -- JAS 39 Gripen -- F/A-18E/F Super Hornet -- Eurofighter Typhoon -- Dassault Rafale -- F-22 Raptor -- F-35 Lightning II -- Glossary -- Index.