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by Rob Bardua
National Museum of the U.S. Air Force

4/30/2007 - DAYTON, Ohio — The National Museum of the U.S. Air Force announced the addition of the world’s first stealthy air dominance fighter to its collection today.

The F-22A Raptor combines stealth, maneuverability, and the ability to fly long distances at supersonic speeds into an aircraft capable of performing both air superiority and air-to-ground missions.

The museum’s Raptor was one of nine built for engineering, manufacture and development testing in 1999. After completing its test program, the aircraft came to the museum and will go on display after restoration is finalized later this year.

USAF PhotoMuseum visitors can view the F-22A Raptor by registering for a “Behind the Scenes” tour of the Restoration Hangar. The tours take place each Friday at 12:15 p.m. For more information or to register for a tour call 937-255-3286, ext. 302.

The National Museum of the United States Air Force is located on Springfield Pike, six miles northeast of downtown Dayton. It is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day). Admission and parking are free.

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