This Is How Fast An F-22 Raptor Can Fly

The Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor achieved its maximum operational speed during testing at Mach 2.25, which translates to approximately 1,730 miles per hour. This record was attained on November 6, 2019, during a flight test conducted by the Air Force Research Laboratory at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. The aircraft reached this velocity while flying at an altitude of 51,000 feet. Engineers and pilots meticulously monitored all systems throughout the high-speed sortie. Data collected from this event will be crucial for future upgrades and performance assessments of the F-22 program.