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876 Speed Makes Some Fighter Jets Easier To Track, Not Harder: Here's Why

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SlashGear · 12/08/2025 11:15 EDT

Speed Makes Some Fighter Jets Easier To Track, Not Harder: Here's Why

The faster the fighter jet the better - or so you would think. The truth is, in some cases, jets are easier to track the faster they go. But why?

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