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"Toxic Raptors Still Grounded, Pilots Losing Currency
An investigation that grounded the fleet of F-22 Raptors back in May, 'has since expanded to include all aspects of the aircraft,' according to the Air Force Times, leaving deliveries on hold and pilots hoping for simulator time.
There are less than 160 Raptors deployed (accounting for roughly $65 billion) and two F-22 simulators -- one at Langley and another at Tyndall Air Force Base.
The actual jets have been grounded because they appear to be poisoning their pilots.
Tests have found multiple toxins in the blood of Raptor pilots affected by symptoms similar to hypoxia while flying the jets.
And the Air Force hasn't been able to source the problem, leading to a cascade of complications."
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