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3D Printing Takes to the Skies

US Air Force Installs 3D Printed Part on Operational F-22 Fighter Aircraft

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by Hanna Watkin
Published Jan 23, 2019

The US Air Force 574th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron installed a 3D printed metal part on an operational F-22 fighter aircraft. The technology will make a significant difference in speeding up the replacement of damaged parts. 

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