Mar 8, 2024 · Less than a year ago, the Air Force was asking to cut 32 early model F-22s from its meager 183-Raptor inventory. On Thursday, the fighter was dubbed its “highest priority”.

Mar 21, 2025 · Intended to eventually replace the Air Force's fleet of F-22 Raptors, the NGAD platform is a network-connected family of systems — including a stealth fighter jet component, drone technology and ...

Feb 1, 2025 · The F-22 Raptor is a fifth-generation fighter jet that offers great stealth and other advanced capabilities. So why did the Air Force choose to discontinue it?

What You Need to Know: Though production of the F-22 Raptor was halted in 2011, this stealth fighter remains a cornerstone of U.S. air superiority. With the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD)...

Apr 7, 2025 · The F-22 and its weaponry supports all branches of the military across the world, and it includes GBU-32 Joint Direct Attack Munitions, which are free-fall smart bombs with GPS guidance systems. ... Defense News says that Lockheed Martin won a $10.9 billion to modernize their F-22s, which originally hit the skies back in 1997. This bid included ...

Apr 5, 2024 · America’s premier fighter jet earns a stay of execution with an $8 billion lifeline. The U.S. Air Force plans to spend nearly $8 billion on fleet upgrades for the F-22 Raptor. The money—spent...

Mar 3, 2025 · Rogers’ story shows the power of the F-22 Raptor. At times overlooked, this combat-proven, fifth-generation fighter jet is taking on new importance as the U.S. Air Force considers enhancements...

Sep 16, 2024 · Summary and What You Need to Know: Reopening the production line for the F-22 Raptor to counter threats from China and Russia is nearly impossible due to several factors. -The F-22 program...

Mar 3, 2025 · Lockheed Martin says it conducted six successful flight tests last year as part of work to add new capabilities on the F-22 Raptor stealth fighter. The U.S. Air Force’s small, but highly capable and heavily in-demand F-22 fleet is set to receive a number of upgrades to help keep the jets at the very tip of the service’s spear, potentially into the 2040s.

Mar 4, 2025 · In 2024, the service requested to cut thirty-two early model jets from its dwindling 183-Raptor inventory. The Air Force cited budgetary constraints and upgrade limitations to support its desire to...