What is the jettison status of the AIM-9 on the F-22?

The AIM-9, a short-range air-to-air missile, is not jettisoned from the F-22 under normal operational circumstances. The design and mission profile of the F-22 emphasize stealth and precision, meaning that the aircraft is intended to retain its munitions until they are utilized for combat engagement. Jettisoning munitions can compromise stealth capabilities and mission objectives. Therefore, keeping the AIM-9 onboard until it is necessary to employ it aligns with the tactical operations that the F-22 is built to perform, making the status of not jettisoning the missile both a matter of effectiveness in combat scenarios and a reflection of operational procedures.