- 15 Mar 2009 04:39
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I'm not overly well-versed in this area, but it is interesting to me. Why did the USAF choose the YF22 over the YF23 for the ATF program? The official line is maneuverability, but I have read some articles suggesting other reasons, and that the YF23 was stealthier and faster. Could it have to do with Lockheed's successful F-117 program vs. Northrop's failed A-12 making the DOD trust Lockheed more?
I'm mainly interested because of the single most important factor in aircraft effectiveness: how cool they look. I really like the look of the YF23, although I do think the F22 is awesome a well.
I'm mainly interested because of the single most important factor in aircraft effectiveness: how cool they look. I really like the look of the YF23, although I do think the F22 is awesome a well.