What are the most world’s advanced fighter jets? There is no simple answer, as it depends on factors such as what missions they are being used for. For example, the F-22 Raptor excels in the air dominance role, but is not well suited to other missions, while the F-35 Lightning II is capable of a much broader set of missions. Part of the advantage of theF-35 is its excellent situational awareness, that it is then able to communicate with accompanying fourth-generation fighters.