Arma 3 Jets (v1.72 & All Dlc) May 2026

: A nimble, single-engine fourth-generation multirole jet based on the JAS 39 Gripen. While smaller and possessing a lighter loadout, it is highly effective for low-altitude operations and cost-efficient maneuvers.

One of Bohemia Interactive's most lauded decisions was providing the underlying system overhauls for free to all players, ensuring no split in the multiplayer community. Arma 3 Jets (v1.72 & ALL DLC)

: Aircraft damage is no longer a simple health bar. Critical hits can now cause specific failures, such as engine flameouts, fuel leaks, or malfunctioning Head-Up Displays (HUDs), forcing pilots to manage emergencies instead of just exploding. : Aircraft damage is no longer a simple health bar

The v1.72 update and subsequent patches further polished these systems, integrating features like Data Link which allows vehicles to share sensor data across the battlefield. This creates a "network-centric" warfare environment where an infantryman's laser designator or a ground-based radar can feed targeting data directly to a pilot miles away. : A fifth-generation

: A massive, agile fifth-generation fighter inspired by the T-50 PAK FA and Su-35. It features internal weapons bays to maintain a low radar signature.

: A fifth-generation, twin-engine stealth multirole fighter inspired by the F/A-18E and F-22. It is carrier-capable and excels in air-superiority while maintaining potent ground-attack capabilities.

The DLC introduced four high-fidelity airframes, each tailored to specific faction philosophies and roles: