"Gig 601XL Builder" wrDOTgiaconaATsuddenlink.net wrote in message :

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: While it wasn't part of a hard-turning furball, an F-22--with its Amraams
: and Sidewinders expended--slipped into visual range behind an F-16 and
: undetected made a simulated kill with its cannon during the stealth
: fighter's first large-scale exercise and deployment outside the continental
: U.S.
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They say the F-35 is supposed to be able to do ground support like an A-10, as well and intercept, etc ala F-15.
Multi-mission for sure!