The MiG 1.44 finally made its maiden flight in February 2000, just nine years behind schedule, with test pilot Vladimir Gorboonov in the cockpit. During the 18-minute flight, the 1.44 reached a maximum height of 1,000 m (3,300 ft) and reached speeds of 600 km/h (370 mph).
The F-35's Distributed Aperture System, Electro-Optical Tracking System, Low Probability of Intercept Radar, and robust communication capabilities coalesce to offer superior situational awareness, self-escort abilities, reduced detectability, and enhanced coordination, positioning it as a dominant force in modern warfare.