What Missiles Do F-22 Fighter Jets Carry? (And Are They Big Enough To Carry Nukes?)
The F-22 is one of the most advanced fighter jets in the U.S.' arsenal. What munitions do F-22 pilots have access to, and does it include nukes?
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