What is yf 23 vs f22?

The YF-23 Black Widow II and the F-22 Raptor were both competing prototype aircraft in the United States Air Force's Advanced Tactical Fighter (ATF) program in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

The YF-23 Black Widow II was developed by Northrop Grumman and competed against the Lockheed Martin/Boeing/General Dynamics F-22 Raptor. The YF-23 was known for its unique diamond-shaped wings and advanced stealth technology, including sharp leading edges and a reduced radar cross-section.

The F-22 Raptor eventually won the ATF competition and entered service with the U.S. Air Force in 2005. The F-22 is a fifth-generation fighter jet known for its advanced stealth capabilities, supercruise ability (the ability to sustain supersonic speeds without using afterburners), advanced avionics, and maneuverability.

In terms of performance, the YF-23 was slightly faster and had a longer range than the F-22, but the F-22 was deemed to have superior agility and stealth characteristics. Ultimately, the F-22 Raptor was chosen for production due to its overall better performance and capabilities.

Although the YF-23 was not selected for production, some of its technologies and design features have influenced future aircraft development, including the F-22 and the F-35 Lightning II.