On Sat, 13 Mar 2004 09:59:24 -0500, "zxcv" wrote:

I have seen descriptions of the F-22 having a service ceiling of 50,000 feet
which is 13,000 less than I have seen for the F-15. I thought the F-22 was
much more advanced.in every way except perhaps top speed. How can the F-22
be the air supieriority fighter of the future when its predessor can fly 2
miles higher?

What gives? Am I wrong?



50,000 is the most common number given for just about any modern
fighter. It's a pretty much meaningless number. The F-22 is suppose
to operate at 60k+ regularly and they've designed a pressure suit
specifically for the F-22. Unless the suit has been cancelled.
Anyway that's the last I've heard.