Military Aircraft of 2008
Fighter
Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II (First Flight)
The first flight of the STOVL variant of the Lightning II.
Fighter
Sukhoi Su-35S (First Flight)
The maiden flight of Russia's "Generation 4++" air-superiority king.
Cargo
Lockheed Martin C-5M Super Galaxy
The massive C-5 Galaxy is reborn with modern engines and avionics.
Other
Boeing EA-18G Growler (Service Entry)
The Growler officially enters service with the US Navy.
Other
Northrop Grumman RQ-4B Global Hawk (Block 30 First Flight)
The multi-intelligence version of the Global Hawk flies.