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F-117 Nighthawk still flies classified missions after 2008

A profile says some retired F-117 Nighthawks continued flying classified missions from Nevada after 2008.
WHO: The author of the 19FortyFive article
WHAT: Some retired F-117 Nighthawks continued flying classified missions, including war-game support and sensor testing.
WHEN: Jun 18, 2026 at 5:52 PM ET
WHERE: Nevada desert
WHY: The jets were used for classified activities such as war games, next-generation sensor testing, and cruise-missile simulations.

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