The High-Velocity Raptor – High-speed, unseen, dogfighting machine

The F-22A thrust vectoring system is the “bread and butter” of the Raptor’s incredible maneuvering capability. Coupled with stealth, the jet brings a platform to the table making it a robust deterrent, forcing foes to think twice before ever engaging in combat.

The F-22A Raptor—to those that follow the contemporary military aviation world, it translates to the all-time best-ever dogfighting machine ever built so far, unmatched by anything manned in the world. And then add in the stealth factor—simply put, lethal, and glad it is on our side. Oddly, unlike other fighter aircraft in the U.S. inventory, the F-22A has never had an unofficial nickname that took root. It’s hard to believe the YF-22 first flew back...

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