F-22 Raptor news

F-22, the Gates Factor

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

The debate over the F-22 has shown that some have no limit to the amount of ignorance they can acquire. Since there are a large amount of people that can�t explain why they want to cancel it or keep it going, finding true clarity is a challenge.

The Up and Coming 44th Fighter Group

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

On June 26, 2009, Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force Chief of Staff, announced the proposed force structure realignment for Fiscal Year 2010. The realignment is an attempt to provide the Air Force a way to use current resources to complete its mission ... to fly, fight and win in air, space and cyberspace.

Congress looking at export F-22

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

The prospect of an export version of the F-22 Raptor fighter moved a step closer last week as House lawmakers discussed the possibility of selling the advanced fighter overseas.

Raptor gives no slight parity in the skies

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

Air Force F-22 Raptors soar through the skies of Okinawa bringing formidable air dominance, stealth and an overwhelming advantage that is unrivaled by any aircraft making it the modern marvel of this era.

House Committee votes for 12 more F-22 Raptors

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

With a mere 31 against 30 votes the House Armed Services Committee Wednesday approved an extra funding amendment for 12 additional F-22 Raptor fighters.

F-22 Raptor team receives AFMC award

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 00:00:00 EST

The F-22 Raptor Increment 3.1 Modification Team with the 412th Test Wing recently received the opportunity to represent the Air Force Materiel Command in the Air Force for the Chief of Staff Team Excellence Award.

Langley Raptors roll out

Tue, 26 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

Approximately 280 Langley Airmen and 12 F-22 Raptors from the 94th Fighter Squadron depart this week for their Air Expeditionary Force deployment.

525th EFS deploys to Anderson

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

A contingent of 12 F-22 Raptors landed May 13 completing the arrival of more than 200 Airmen from the 525th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron from Elmendorf AFB, Alaska.

49th FW deploys for Combat Hammer

Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 EST

The 49th Fighter Wing is participating in Combat Hammer, a weapons system evaluation program, sponsored by the 86th Fighter Weapons Squadron, Hill Air Force Base, Utah.

Moving beyond the F-22

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

The debate over whether to continue production of the F-22 Raptor has been one of the most politically charged and controversial budget issues in recent memory, spawning lobbying efforts that include contractor-sponsored newspaper ads and letter-writing campaigns.

Donley and Schwartz are Wrong

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

The top two bosses of the United States Air Force (USAF), Secretary of the Air Force, the Honorable Mr. Michael Donley and the top serving military man, General Schwartz are wrong about the future air power roadmap for the service.

RAAF F-22 exchange pilot helps strengthen ties

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EST

A Royal Australian Air Force pilot assigned to the 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron has had the opportunity to fly the United States Air Force's premier fighter, the F-22 Raptor, as part of a foreign pilot exchange program.

90th EFS complete Guam air defense exercise

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

The 90th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, and associated maintenance and support personnel, completed a Guam air self defense exercise March 10-12 in the skies around Guam.

Edwards F-22 crashes, pilot killed

Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

An Air Force F-22 Raptor from Edwards Air Force Base crashed about 10.00h local time on March 25, approximately 35 miles northeast of the base claiming the life of an Lockheed Martin test pilot.

Bulldogs fly 350 sorties during deployment

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 00:00:00 EST

The Bulldogs recently returned from their extended deployment to Nellis and Holloman AFBs. The squadron members participated in Red Flag while at Nellis, and accomplished valuable training while at Holloman.