ABSTRACT
Stealth technology renders an aircraft, or other vehicle, almost invisible to sensors used in military aircraft such as radar or infrared detectors. This invisibility, more precisely described as a reduced signature, allows the stealth user more freedom of movement within the combat environment at the expense of not operating active sensors. The use of stealth technology by an adversary makes targeting more difficult and the possibility of surprise by the adversary increases dramatically, potentially turning an offensive situation into a defensive situation in a matter of seconds.
