What are most advanced fighters in the world?
1. F-35 Lightning II
2. Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E
3. Dassault Rafale
4. Eurofighter Typhoon
5. F-22 Raptor
6. Chengdu J-20 Mighty Dragon
7. Mitsubishi F-2
8. Saab Gripen E
9. MiG-35 Fulcrum-F
10. Lockheed Martin F-16V Fighting Falcon
From this list, which fighters are NATO compatible?
1. F-35 Lightning II
2. Eurofighter Typhoon
3. F-22 Raptor
4. Saab Gripen E
5. Lockheed Martin F-16V Fighting Falcon
Taking into account the current Portugal's economy what fighter would suit best?
Given the current state of the Portuguese economy, the best fighter for the country would likely be the Eurofighter Typhoon. The Typhoon is an incredibly advanced and capable fighter but is also fairly cost-effective when compared to other fourth-generation fighters. The Eurofighter Typhoon can be easily reconfigured and upgraded with new software and hardware, making it an ideal choice for a country looking to stretch its military budget.
Why the F-35 or F-22 are not good options for Portugal?
The F-35 and F-22 are both extremely expensive models of fighter aircraft that require significant resources to maintain and operate. Portugal would have difficulty affording the purchase and sustaining the costly operations of these aircraft. Additionally, the F-35 and F-22 are designed for air superiority roles, while Portugal's needs are better suited towards air support and air defence systems.