The FB-22 Strike Raptor is a conceptual attacker variant of the F-22A Raptor. While the F-22A is capable of anti-ground attack, the FB-22 is designed to enhance that capability with increased stealth and a larger payload.
The FB-22 was introduced in Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War, prior to the real-life design proposal being cancelled. Since then, it only appeared in Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception and Ace Combat: Joint Assault before returning to consoles in Ace Combat Infinity. Its latest appearance is in Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown as part of the Experimental Aircraft Series DLC.
History[]
The FB-22 has only seen limited use in the Strangereal universe. The Yuktobanian Air Force owned one FB-22 flown by the ace pilot "Proteus," who participated in the attack on November City, Osea. He was shot down by Wardog Squadron.[1]
The Leasath Air Force owned at least half a dozen FB-22s during the Aurelian War. One FB-22 squadron was deployed to Sachana Air Base and later provided reinforcement for Leasath forces at the Kalana Steppes. The FB-22's increased stealth allowed the squadron to remain undetected until they reached the battle area, catching the Aurelian Air Force by surprise. Aurelia's Gryphus Squadron shot down the FB-22s.[2]
Game Analysis[]
Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown[]
- "A supersonic stealth fighter based on the F-22 with improved anti-ground capabilities. The new craft has been redesigned with delta wings and a longer fuselage, while keeping the twin high-power engines and stealth body from the original model. A larger wing area now allows for weapons to be mounted beneath the main wings; combined with an expanded weapon bay, this improved fighter now boasts grater heavy bomber capabilities and can endure protracted battles. Its exceptional stealth capabilities and powerful long-range missiles also pose a significant threat to targets beyond visual range, making it a versatile aircraft that can not only suppress ground targets, but can also excel in air defense and acquiring air superiority."
- ― Hangar
How to Unlock: Acquire the FB-22 Strike Raptor Set (purchase the Experimental Aircraft Series or individual DLC).
Statistics:
Weapons
- GUN x2400 (∞ on Casual -Easy-/Easy/Normal)
- MSL x136 (∞ on Casual -Easy-)
- XSDB x52
- LAAM x28
- SFFS x34
- FLR x3
Part Slots
- BODY: 30
- ARMS: 30
- MISC: 30
Skins
- Osea: Air superiority gray
- Erusea: Blue and green camouflage
- Special: Proteus livery from Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War
- Mage: Osea skin with Mage Squadron markings
- Spare: Osea skin with Spare Squadron markings
- Strider: Osea skin with Strider Squadron markings
- Flash: Highly reflective skin with no stealth coating; based off of the F-22A -Flash-
Gallery
Flash
Flash
Skin 02
Hangar view of Skin 01
Hangar view of Skin 02
Hangar view of Skin 03
Hangar view of Skin 04
Hangar view of Skin 05
Hangar view of Skin 06
Hangar view of Skin 07
Cockpit
Instruments
Ace Combat Infinity[]
- "A fighter bomber derived from the F-22.
It features a redesigned airframe to improve the stealth and supercruise abilities featured in the prototype. The main wing is made of a delta wing configuration and to increase air-to-ground attack capabilities, its body has extended to expand its weapon bay. The aircraft has been developed as the successor to other large-scale aircraft to sortie on bombing missions." - ― Hangar
| Lv. | Cst | Price | GUN | MSL | SOD | GPB | SFFS | SP | MO | ST | AA | AG | DF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 750 | 673,920 | 343 | 132 | 14 | – | – | B | D | B+ | C | B+ | D |
| 2 | 795 | 63,180 | 377 | 134 | 16 | – | – | B+ | D+ | A | C | B+ | D |
| 3 | 840 | 105,300 | 411 | 136 | 18 | – | – | B+ | D+ | A+ | C | A | D+ |
| 4 | 885 | 136,890 | 445 | 138 | 20 | 18 | – | A | D+ | A+ | C | A+ | C |
| 5 | 930 | 179,010 | 480 | 140 | 22 | 20 | – | A+ | C | S | C+ | A+ | C+ |
| 6 | 975 | 547,560[a] | 514 | 142 | 24 | 22 | – | A+ | C | S | C+ | A+ | B |
| 7 | 1020 | 395,930 | 548 | 144 | 26 | 24 | 30 | S | C+ | S | C+ | S | A |
| 8 | 1065 | 551,780 | 583 | 146 | 28 | 26 | 32 | S | C+ | S+ | C+ | S | A+ |
| 9 | 1110 | 800,280 | 617 | 148 | 29 | 28 | 34 | S+ | B | S+ | C+ | S+ | S |
| 10 | 1155 | 1,158,300 | 652 | 150 | 30 | 30 | 36 | S+ | B | S+ | C+ | S+ | S+ |
| 11 | 1202 | 2,316,600 | 686 | 154 | 31 | 31 | 37 | S+ | B+ | S+ | B | S+ | S+ |
| 12 | 1249 | 2,063,880 | 720 | 158 | 32 | 32 | 38 | S+ | B+ | S+ | B | S+ | S+ |
| 13 | 1296 | 3,032,640 | 755 | 162 | 33 | 33 | 39 | S+ | A | S+ | B | S+ | S+ |
| 14 | 1343 | 4,254,120 | 789 | 166 | 34 | 34 | 40 | S+ | A+ | S+ | B+ | S+ | S++ |
| 15 | 1390 | 5,180,760 | 824 | 170 | 36 | 36 | 42 | S++ | S | S+ | B+ | S+ | S++ |
| 16 | 1456 | 7,539,480 | 856 | 172 | 37 | 37 | 43 | S++ | S | S+ | B+ | S+ | S++ |
| 17 | 1515 | 8,634,600 | 888 | 174 | 38 | 38 | 44 | S++ | S | S++ | A | S+ | S++ |
| 18 | 1574 | 9,708,660 | 920 | 176 | 39 | 39 | 45 | S++ | S | S++ | A | S++ | S++ |
| 19 | 1633 | 12,404,340 | 952 | 178 | 40 | 40 | 46 | S++ | S+ | S++ | A+ | S++ | S+++ |
| 20 | 1692 | 15,626,520 | 984 | 180 | 42 | 42 | 48 | S++ | S+ | S++ | A+ | S++ | S+++ |
- Part Slots
- At Lv.1, this aircraft carried 25 BODY, 25 ARMS, and 25 MISC part slots. See Tuning § Slot Expansion for further information.
- Nicknames
- Upgrading this aircraft to these levels unlocked the respective nicknames for use at any time.
- Lv.3: Deep Strike
- Lv.10: Invisible Strike
- Lv.15: Outsider
- Lv.20: Triangle of Death
Skin Galleries
Description
- Air superiority gray
Gallery
Description
- "Proteus" paint scheme from Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War
Availability
- Limited-Time Drop (November 4–30, 2015)
- Purchase from the Special Supply catalogue for 100 (June 16, 2016–permanent)
Gallery
Banner advertising Event Skin #01 and the Rafale M -Cocoon-
Flyby
Flyby
Hangar view
Ace Combat: Joint Assault[]
- "This aircraft's delta wing design allows for greater weapons payload."
- ― Hangar
How to Unlock
- Complete mission 9: Spotlight - Alpha in a second playthrough. Costs $34,200.
Statistics
Weapons
Colors
- C01 : Air Superiority Gray Camouflage
- C02 : Ferris Camouflage
- C03 : Mobius Squadron livery
- C04 : Proteus livery from Ace Combat 5
- C05 : Black body with sword, shield and wing motif
- C06 : White body with sword, shield and red wing motif
Gallery
Color 1
Color 2
Color 3
Color 4
Color 5
Color 6
Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception[]
- "This aircraft's delta wing design allows for greater weapons payload."
- ― Hangar
How to Unlock
- Complete mission 13A: Alect Squadron. Costs 54,300 credits
Statistics
Weapons
Colors
- Aurelia: Air superiority gray
- Leasath: Ferris camouflage
- Special 1: Mobius One camouflage (Without Mobius Insignia and ISAF logos)
- Special 2: "Proteus" livery from Ace Combat 5
Named Pilots
- Orca - Found in Offline. Spawns to the south after mission update if all non-target enemies are destroyed before destroying the last satellite dish.
Gallery
Underside
Orca
Aurelia color
Leasath color
Special 1 color
Special 2 color
Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War[]
How to Unlock
- The FB-22 is made available for purchase once the Kill Rate Gauge on the F/A-22A is completely filled. Each FB-22 costs Ƶ24,800.
Statistics
- Speed: 73
- Mobility: 73
- Stability: 89
- Defense: 78
- Air-to-Air: 54
- Air-to-Ground: 99
Weapons
- Proteus: Appears in Journey Home in the southeast during the final part of the mission.
Colors
- OS: Air superiority gray
- RZ: Razgriz black with red tail tips
- SP: Light blue body with dark blue stripes and a yellow trim
Gallery
OSEA color in the hangar
Razgriz color in the hangar
Proteus's FB-22
Proteus
Footnotes[]
- ↑ Players could use one Nonstandard Upgrade Request Form instead of credits for the Lv.6 upgrade.
References[]
- ↑ Mission 17: "Journey Home", Ace Combat 5: The Unsung War.
- ↑ Mission 08A: "Striking Point", Ace Combat X: Skies of Deception.