They're capable of supersonic speeds, but that doesn't mean that fighter jets can zoom across the U.S. in the blink of an eye. Here's how long they would take.
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How Fast Can A Fighter Jet Fly Across The US?
People who are even remotely aware of a fighter jet's capabilities likely know they're pretty fast. Modern fighters can fly at Mach 1.8 and faster, zipping around the sky at incredible speeds. Of course, every fighter jet is different, and each has its own specifications, so many factors determine how long it would take for a fighter to fly across the country.
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