F-22 Raptor — The King of the Skies Author: AHA Apex Wing Category: Aviation | Fighter Jets Reading Time: 5 Minutes Introduction The F-22 Raptor is the most advanced fifth-generation stealth fighter jet in the world. Designed by Lockheed Martin , the F-22 combines stealth, speed, agility, and advanced avionics to achieve unmatched air superiority. Known as the king of the skies , it remains a cornerstone of modern aerial combat and defense technology. Key Features of the F-22 Raptor Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin Role: Stealth Air Superiority Fighter First Flight: 1997 Top Speed: Mach 2.25+ Engines: Twin Pratt & Whitney F119-PW-100 Supercruise: Sustained supersonic flight without afterburner Weapons System: AIM-120 AMRAAM, AIM-9X Sidewinder, JDAM precision strike bombs Radar & Sensors: AN/APG-77 AESA radar with sensor fusion The F-22's stealth design allows it to operate undetected in hostile airspace. Its advanced a...