Thu, Dec 15, 2011
Scheduled For Delivery To USAF After Production Flight
Checks
The final Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor rolled off the assembly
line in Marietta, GA, Tuesday and was commemorated with a ceremony
recognizing contributions from thousands of people associated with
the design and construction of the Raptor fleet. This F-22 Raptor
(Lockheed Martin tail number 4195) now moves into production flight
check and will deliver to the U.S. Air Force in 2012, completing
the operational fleet at 187 jets.
"This event honors the many men and women of Team Raptor who
have taken this plane from concept to reality," said Jeff Babione,
vice president and general manager for Lockheed Martin's F-22
program. "For the last 17 years, regardless of the challenges, they
always remained singularly focused, delivering the world's greatest
fighter. Each Raptor – from the first jet to last jet
– is a reflection of the dedication, hard work and
professionalism of our workforce."
Operational F-22s are based at Langley Air Force Base, VA,
Elmendorf AFB, AK, Holloman AFB, NM, and Hickam AFB, HI. Air
Force F-22 units have deployed to Kadena Air Base, Japan, and
Andersen AFB, Guam, as part of rotational deployments designed to
enhance security in the Pacific theater. The Raptor has conducted
joint and coalition training both stateside and overseas in
locations including the United Arab Emirates.
Lockheed Martin partners with the Air Force to ensure Raptor
availability, performance and reliability, and to enhance the
aircraft's capabilities to keep it ahead of emerging and
proliferating threats.
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