Diplomatic and Military Affairs
US halts F-22 flights over oxygen system concerns
Updated: 2011-05-06 10:20
(Agencies)
![]() Two US Air Force F-22 Raptor stealth jet fighters fly near Andersen Air Force Base in this handout photo dated August 4, 2010. [Photo/Agencies] |
The Air Force said it issued an order on Tuesday to stop flying the jets "until further notice" after reports of "oxygen system malfunctions."
"The stand-down provides Air Force officials the opportunity to investigate the reports and ensure crews are able to safely accomplish their missions," the Air Force said in a statement.
The Raptor is the premier US fighter, with cutting-edge "fifth-generation" features, including shapes, materials and propulsion systems designed to make it appear as small as a swallow on enemy radar screens.
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