Boeing Secures NGAD 6th-Gen Fighter Contract

Quick Summary

• Boeing has won a $20 billion contract to build the U.S. Air Force’s sixth-generation fighter jet, known as the F-47, part of the next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program.
• The F-47 features cutting-edge stealth technology adn advanced engines designed for enhanced performance.
• It is capable of both manned and unmanned missions, with an additional capability to manage fleets of drone wingmen (collaborative Combat Aircraft – CCAs).
• The aircraft’s extended range makes it especially suitable for operations in the pacific theater.
• Multiple prototypes were tested during its development phase to refine systems under real-world conditions.

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