A reported encounter between Iran’s Majid missile system and the U.S. F-35 Lightning II has reignited debate over the limits of stealth technology in modern warfare. Unlike radar-based systems, the Majid relies on infrared tracking, potentially allowing it to detect heat signatures from stealth aircraft. This raises critical questions about whether next-generation air defenses are beginning to counter traditional stealth advantages. While the claims remain unverified, the incident highlights a growing shift toward multi-spectrum detection and evolving aerial combat strategies that could reshape the future of air superiority.