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The F-22 Raptor may have been discontinued, but it's still a significant part of the U.S. Air Force's arsenal. Who built these iconic planes, and where?
Summary and Key Points: The F-22 Raptor is renowned for stealth, but its remarkable speed and acceleration are equally impressive. -Capable of exceeding MACH 2 (over 1,500 mph) using afterburners ...
The U.S. government has kept most things about the F-22 Raptor highly classified. But some things have come out over time about what it's like in the cockpit.
For the budget-draining War on Terror, the F-22 just didn't have an argument to make. Not helping matters was the fact that Congress restricted use of the F-22 to just the U.S. Air Force.
Notably, the F-22 is considered to be more stealthy and faster than the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter. The jet series can travel at speeds in excess of Mach 1.8 (times the speed of sound) without ...
The F-22's cockpit doesn't just look high-tech — it's designed for maximum pilot efficiency and survivability. Like most modern fighters, the Raptor uses a Hands-on Throttle and Stick (HOTAS ...
The Air Force plans on flying the F-22 Raptor well into the 2040s. But to remain competitive against near-peer fighter jets, it needs upgrades now and in the future.