The F-22 Isn't Obsolete — Here's Why the Military Just Proved It

Описание: The F-22 Raptor is often treated as a finished story, an aircraft frozen in time after production ended.

But that’s no longer true.

In this video, we break down the major upgrades now being introduced for the F-22, what is actually changing inside the aircraft, and why these updates matter for the future of air combat, even as newer programs move forward.

This is not about a “new F-22.”

It’s about how the existing fleet is being modernized, what capabilities are being quietly added, and how those changes affect the Raptor’s role in an increasingly contested air environment.

We’ll look at:

what the current F-22 upgrade effort really includes

how its sensors, computing, and connectivity are evolving

why the Air Force is still investing in the Raptor despite NGAD and other next-generation programs

and what these upgrades mean for the jet’s relevance going forward

No hype, just a clear look at what’s actually happening with the F-22.


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