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The combat statistics for all the aircraft currently in use

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Hello combatace community,

 

At MiGflug (http://www.migflug.com/jetflights/the-combat-statistics-for-all-the-aircraft-currently-in-use.html) you can find current win / loss statistics for all the fighter jets currently in use (sadly I have no way to verify this statistics).

The F-15 is the undisputed king with over 100 kills but not a single loss.

Most eastern aircraft perform poorly according to this, while western do well. Presumably also due to asymmetric warfare.

 

Best regards,

X8X8X

Edited by X8X8X

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Yes the figures vary depending on the sources used.....and they are often just claims not always verified shoot downs.

 

Asymmetric could be a simple generalisation but it's better than that authors "observations" that show a total lack of understanding of the factors behind combat performance. 

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I agree, MigBuster.

I tried to shorten this post a bit, hence "asymmetric". There is a quite a difference in philosophy between all the blocks, which may greatly contribute to the statistics.

For example, how many MiG-21 (which is widely regarded as a very capable fighter for its time) enjoyed build quality, maintenance, supplies, pilot training, tactical support, etc. the way F-4s did?

 

Best regards,

X8X8X

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I wonder what a chart like this for WWII fighters would look like.

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