Airplane Model*Hobby Master HA2821 1:72 F-22A Raptor AF 09185, 1st OG, Langley AFB, June 2017 – Miniature Marvels: Airplane Models & Painted Dice

The USAF developed a requirement for a new air superiority fighter to replace the F-15 Eagle.
Advanced Tactical Fighter (ATF). The aircraft is constructed using 39% titanium, 24% composite
material, 16% aluminum and 1% thermoplastic by weight. All these components contribute to the
F-22 being a light weight, extremely maneuverable, extremely fast aircraft that uses stealth
technology. The F-22 is also capable of ground attack, electronic warfare and signals intelligence.

On October 8, 2017 six USAF F-22 Raptors arrived RAF Lakenheath with the purpose of
demonstrating their commitment to NATO and as a show of force to deter any actions that would
threaten the security of the region. On October 17, 2017 a further six F-22s arrived at RAF
Lakenheath and included in the second arrival was 09-4185 from the 27th FS Fightin Eagles.
After a brief stay at RAF Lakenheath six of the twelve F-22s; including 09-4185, departed for
Langley on October 19, 2017.