Pop some morale flares, the week's halfway through 🎆 There is incredible defensive technology built into the F-22 Raptor. Deploying thermal flares to spoof heat-seeking missile guidance is a critical capability. These countermeasures give the aircraft an edge over would-be adversaries. 📍 Chicago, Illinois 📸 by Staff Sgt. Mary Bowers #F22 #Raptor #BirdsofPrey #Aviation #MilitaryLife