The F-22 Raptor

The F-22 Raptor is one of the hottest planes in the U.S. Air Force’s inventory. With speed, stealth, and incredible maneuverability, this aircraft is a central part of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s mission set. Learn what it takes to keep this bird going and how dozens of Air Force career fields make it happen – from the 3rd Operations Support Squadron who maintain the airfield and flight equipment, to the fuelers and weapons loaders who keep it fed, and the maintainers who ensure airworthiness, this video lets you see all the moving parts.

Maj. Josh ‘Cabo’ Gunderson flies the F-22 in this thrilling demonstration at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska as part of JBER Salutes. The F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team performs precision aerial maneuvers at airshows across the world to demonstrate the unique capabilities of the world’s premier 5th generation fighter aircraft. Many of the shots were taken from a helicopter for the first time ever.

This is the first video EVER to put you in the pilot’s seat of an F-22 Raptor in virtual reality. Get the YouTube app and watch with your mobile device – as you move the device around, you’ll see the entirety of the aircraft in 360.