@viggenaj37: The first production‑configuration F‑22 (serial 91‑4001) took to the skies on 7 September 1997, piloted by chief test pilot Alfred “Paul” Metz, departing Dobbins Air Reserve Base in Marietta, Georgia, and heading to Edwards AFB, California for testing . This flight marked the beginning of Engineering & Manufacturing Development (EMD) testing, culminating in the F‑22’s Initial Operational Capability in December 2005. Combined with advancements like stealth shaping, thrust vectoring, and internal weapons bays, the Raptor’s first flight was more than just another takeoff — it was the dawn of a new era in air dominance. I hope you guys enjoyed this edit. I understand it’s a bit different, but since my hospital break, my videos haven’t been performing very well, apart from one, I’m hoping that if I go back to my roots, by making simpler edits, my content will reach a wider audience. However, I am not doing this for likes, attention or money. I do this for the people who closely follow me and genuinely enjoy my content. I am so grateful for you all and the volume of support I have been getting recently regarding my health has been wonderful. I truly am ever so grateful and appreciative. Hope you guys don’t mind that there is no crazy transitions or commentary in this one. All the best, Viggen🫡 . . #av#aviation2#f22s#usay#fypi#militarye#retro

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