Military Aviation
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The F-22 Raptor’s Armament: Everything You Need to Know
The F-22 Raptor's primary role is to establish air dominance. Find out more about the F-22 armaments here.
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What Is The F-22 Raptor Used For?
The Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor is a highly advanced jet fighter. But what tasks can the F-22 Raptor perform? Find out here.
![The F-22 Raptor was produced between 1996 and 2011](/content/images/size/w1384/2023/01/when-was-f-22-raptor-made-planenerd-01.webp)
When Was The F-22 Raptor Made?
The F-22 Raptor is one of the most advanced aircraft ever built. But when was the F-22 made?
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Which Countries Have the F-22 Raptor?
The F-22 Raptor air superiority fighter is among the best in the world. But which countries have the F-22 Raptor?
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Who Makes The F-35?
The F-35 is one of the most important combat aircraft in history, but who makes the F-35? Find out all you need to know here.
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Why Was the F-117 Retired?
With its innovative design and stealth technologies, the F-117 Nighthawk was a pioneer aircraft. So what led to the F-117's retirement?
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The North American X-15 Top Speed
The North American X-15 was the first operational spaceplane in the world. It still holds the record for the fastest crewed, powered flight in history.
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Is the F-14 Tomcat Still in Service?
The F-14 Tomcat was the primary air superiority fighter for the US Navy. The Navy retired the aircraft in 2006, but it is still used today.