Originally Posted by
Bob Viking
In the UK we have a Sqn QFI role to ensure flying skills are kept well honed. I suspect (I do not know for sure) based on knowledge of the USAF that this role may have been lacking.
Can't comment on the specifics for F-22 units, but in general USAF fighter squadrons have safety evaluators (SEFE) who are supposed to take on the equivalent role of a QFI.