9. F/A-18E/F Super Hornet: Naval Excellence

At a unit cost of around $70.5 million, Boeing's F/A-18E/F Super Hornet offers outstanding value in contemporary fighter aircraft. This carrier-capable fighter offers outstanding performance together with strong construction and modern systems. The cost of the Super Hornet reflects its sophisticated radar, electronic warfare equipment, and capacity to carry both air-to--air and air-to--ground operations efficiently. A mainstay of naval aviation, the aircraft's longevity and rather low running costs have made it especially appealing.