While the F-22 Raptor is lauded as the premier air superiority fighter, its legacy is tarnished by “fatal flaws,” chiefly its limited 187-jet production run. -This small fleet suffers from staggering ...

Get an up-close look at two of the world’s most advanced stealth fighters the F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning—on static ...

The Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor is a supersonic, twin-engine fifth-generation fighter equipped with advanced stealth technology and supercruise capability. Initially designed as an air superiority ...

The F-22 Raptor's gold tint makes the cockpit shine like a pair of Oakleys, but it's pure science engineered for stealth and ...

The F-22 Raptor was built to be the pinnacle of air combat dominance. The goal was to launch a next-generation replacement for its aging fleet of F-15 Eagles and F-16 Fighting Falcons, counter ...

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. The U.S. Air Force operates a ...

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The F-22 made headlines in July 2025 when the Air Force released its latest budget request, which included $90 million in improvements for the stealth fighter, including infrared defensive systems, ...

The F-22 is considered the top US air superiority fighter, known for stealth, speed, and agility. F-22 pilot Maj. Samuel Larson captivates audiences with daring displays in the fifth-gen fighter. "All ...

Despite the newer F-35 Lightning II’s introduction, the F-22 remains dominant in terms of stealth and speed. The US Air Force’s dwindling fleet of F-22 Raptor fighters may be aging, but these ...