F-22 Raptor
Coverage of F-22 Raptor in the Nexus archive.
- F-47 program producing test aircraft, on schedule for 2028 flight
The U.S. Air Force’s F-47 program has entered the engineering and manufacturing development phase, with a first flight scheduled for 2028. The program aims to replace the F-22 Raptor fleet and includes test aircraft production and integration of advanced technologies. President Donald Trump announced the sixth-generation F-47’s development under the NGAD program in March 2025.
- A Marine who flew the F/A-18, F-16, F-22, and F-35 says one jet stood apart
Dave Berke, a Marine Corps fighter pilot, flew the F/A-18, F-16, F-22, and F-35, with the F-22 Raptor standing out for its maneuverability and stealth. He emphasized the Raptor's unique capabilities and described it as unmatched in modern warfare.
- EXCLUSIVE: Air Force debuts historic 8-ship bomber-fighter formation over Miami Beach
The U.S. Air Force executed a historic 8-ship bomber-fighter formation over Miami Beach during the Hyundai Air & Sea Show, showcasing advanced aircraft like the B-52H Stratofortress and F-22 Raptor as part of a Memorial Day tribute. The event highlighted the Air Force Global Strike Command's long-range capabilities and featured over 150 new military enlistments.