Regrettably, some top-tier combat jets were ultimately discarded. In assessments, their rivals occasionally outperformed them. At times, these unhappy combatants met their demise as a result of bribery, intrigue, or misfortune. Here is a tantalising array of ten fighters that were not deployed in squadron service:

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