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Boeing F47 Next Generation Fighter is Funded and Will Fly Before 2029


Published on 2025-03-22 14:42:21 - NextBigFuture
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  • Boeing won a contract March 21 to develop a next-generation combat aircraft (6th generation fighter) for the U.S. Air Force. Boeing and Lockheed Martin were

The article from NextBigFuture discusses the development of the Boeing F47, a next-generation fighter jet, which has received funding and is expected to make its first flight before 2029. The F47 aims to replace the aging F-15 and F-16 fleets with a design that incorporates advanced technologies like stealth, supercruise capability, and enhanced avionics. The project is part of a broader push towards sixth-generation fighter capabilities, focusing on improved survivability, lethality, and connectivity. The U.S. Air Force, along with international partners, is investing in this program to maintain air superiority in an era where threats are increasingly sophisticated. The article also touches on the competitive landscape, mentioning other contenders like Lockheed Martin's NGAD (Next Generation Air Dominance) program, highlighting the strategic importance of these developments in modern warfare.

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