It's called the Raptor. The F-22 will be the U.S. Air Force's premier fighter for the first decades of the 21st century. Like other expensive military programs, the F-22 endured continuous scrutiny throughout its development - the aircraft that evolved was worth the wait. The F-22 is definitely "top gun" - it is more agile than current U.S. aircraft, has stealth capability, and is flexible in both air-to-air and air-to-ground attack missions. The Raptor is planned to start operational service with the U.S. Air Force in the year 2004, and when on-line, will provide a capability far beyond that of any other fighter aircraft.

Author: Mike Wallace
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing
Published: 06/25/1998
Series: Schiffer Military/Aviation History
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.89lbs
Size: 10.48h x 7.99w x 1.61d
ISBN: 9780764305580