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F-117A (Operational Testing)
Lockheed · USA
While still a closely guarded secret, 1982 was the year the first operational squadron (the 4450th Tactical Group) began flying the F-117A at Tonopah Test Range. Pilots flew exclusively at night to maintain the "Stealth" secret from Soviet satellites.
Technical Specifications
| First Flight | 1982 |
|---|---|
| Max Speed | 993 km/h |
| Range | 1,720 km |
| Ceiling | 13,716 m |
| Engines | 2x General Electric F404-F1D2 turbofans |
Armament & Payload
2x Internal bays for GBU-27 laser-guided bombs.