The F-22 Raptor Stealth Fighter Has 1 Nearly Fatal Flaw
Summary: The F-22 Raptor, the world's first fifth-generation fighter, marked a significant leap in air superiority technology but saw its production halted in 2011 after only 195 units. Initiated during the Cold War's peak, the F-22's development benefited from an environment where cost was no object, aiming to outpace Soviet aerospace capabilities. Despite its advanced stealth, speed, and maneuverability, post-Cold War defense spending cuts and a shift in strategic priorities led to the early cessation of its production. Читать дальше...