Why The Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk Has Been Spotted Flying Over Nevada More Than 15 Years After Its Official Retirement

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Although far from a true air-to-air combatant, the Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk was the world’s first stealth fighter, and after displaying its incredible capabilities over multiple conflicts across the span of 25 years, it was officially retired in 2008. Yet these distinctively angular black jets with their faceted fuselages continued to be seen flying over USAF’s Tonopah Test Range at the Nevada Test and Training Range. Although they may no longer serve on the front line, Uncle Sam is far from finished with these incredibly unique pioneers of stealth flight.

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