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How The F-22 Raptor Stacks Up Against The Chengdu J-20 In 2026

The F-22 and J-20 are two flagship fighter jets built for different missions with most their true capabilities classified.

The United States operates multiple bases with more than 100 fighter jets typically stationed there.

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Most well-funded air forces offer their pilots compensation in a similar ballpark with fighter pilots making the same as other pilots in base salary.

The organization has only continued to raise salaries.

US Air Force pilots’ base salary starts at around $50,000 and then triples with experience and service. Bonuses significantly increase the total.

While the lack of a production line may make the F-22 future look grim, the bigger threat is being replaced by the F-47.

While the lack of a production line may make the F-22 future look grim, the bigger threat is being replaced by the F-47.

The Saab Gripen is not integrated into NORAD, and its ability to fulfill Canadian NORAD requirements is questionable and opaque.

This could have large impacts on the European defense industry.