The F-22's cockpit doesn't just look high-tech — it's designed for maximum pilot efficiency and survivability. Like most modern fighters, the Raptor uses a Hands-on Throttle and Stick (HOTAS ...

The US Air Force only procured a fraction of the Raptors it had wanted, but these are now being upgraded to stay the best in ...

The F-22 entered service in 2005, meaning a planned retirement for the year 2030 would mean it had among the shortest runs of any modern U.S. military aircraft.It’s normal for the services to ...

In capable hands, an F-16 Fighting Falcon can take on fifth-generation stealth fighter jets like the F-35 Lightning II and even the F-22 Raptor. Although at long distances the F-16 has a limited ...

Summary and Key Points: The Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor, despite being a generation newer than fighters like the F-15 and F-16, is set to be retired early due to its prohibitive costs. With fewer ...