Thrust vectoring—essentially redirecting the plane’s exhaust flow—allows modern fighters to quickly change direction, giving them an edge in close combat.

Textron Systems continues to develop its thrust-vectoring X5-55 unmanned air vehicle (UAV), adding propulsion pod enclosures and a landing platform, as well as improving its flight control software, ...

Japan is seeking not only stealth but also thrust-vectoring, highly integrated avionics, skin sensors, fly-by-light controls and new engines as it pushes ahead with building a fighter technology ...