The F-117 Nighthawk stealth fighter is being officially retired. The main reason is to free up funds for other aircraft, in particular the F-22 Raptor that's replacing the F-117.

This isn't a bad thing. Despite it's name, the F-117 isn't a fighter. It's aerodynamics don't permit it to do dogfighting or otherwise keep up with a modern fighter. The F-22 can carry as large a tactical bomb load, has more modern avionics and better stealth characteristics, and can perform as a fighter as well as a light tactical bomber.

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