Forget the F-35 or J-20: The Air Force Can’t Build New F-22 Raptor Stealth Fighters
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Synopsis: The F-22 Raptor still represents the gold standard for air dominance, but the Air Force argues that rebuilding the jet is a dead end. Studies delivered to Congress found the Raptor’s industrial base has vanished: tooling was mothballed, suppliers moved on, and restarting production would require billions before the first aircraft is assembled. The […]
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Classification
Region
North America
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Logistics / Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
Industrial Base
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Discussion on the inability of the Air Force to build new F-22 Raptor stealth fighters
Location
United States
Unit
United States Air Force
Time
Current
Equipment
F-22 Raptorstealth fighters
Summary
The report highlights the challenges faced by the U.S. Air Force in building new F-22 Raptor stealth fighters, suggesting a potential shift in focus to other aircraft.
Key Facts
- The Air Force is unable to build new F-22 Raptor stealth fighters.
- The report suggests a shift in focus towards other aircraft like the F-35 and J-20.
- The discussion is relevant to military capabilities and defense policy.