L/E of 950 S/N by the Artist Image Size: 23" x 19.5" Paper Size: 23" x 19.5"
Plane Type: Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor
Inspired by the majestic power of the Bald Eagle and the technological wonders of the F-22 Raptor, artist Jody F. Sjogren captures the association between these two dominant raptors of the skies. Who has not marveled at this great American bird of prey on the wing, or pondered the fierce force of its curved talons and hooked beak? Wherever it flies, Haliaeetus leucocephalus dominates its territory. Above all other raptors (eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls), it reigns as Americas symbol of national pride and strength. In military parallel, Lockheed Martins F-22 Raptor guarantees air dominance in aerial warfare. As the first of the United States Air Forces fifth-generation fighter aircraft, the F-22 prevents hostile aircraft and missiles from denying U.S. operations worldwide, day or night. The Raptors combination of maneuverability, speed, stealth, integrated avionics, and supportability multiplies its advantages in both air-to-air and air-to-ground environments. In any airspace and any situation, the F-22 gives its pilot unsurpassed control of the engagement. By the genius of its designers, it has become like its living counterpart put here by our Creator - the dominant raptor of the skies. PLANE JUNKIE - Metamorphosis VII: Dominant Raptor by Jody Sjogren (Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor)