Pilots regularly grapple with high “G forces” while in the cockpit—forces that the human body is not meant to handle, and that lead to stress-related injuries over time.

Key Points and Summary - America still sets the pace in fighter aviation. This rundown highlights the five fastest U.S. jets in 2025—F-15EX Eagle II, F-15E Strike Eagle, F-22 Raptor, F-15C/D Eagle, ...