Overview

• The U.S. Air Force has officially awarded Boeing a $20 billion contract to develop the F-47 under the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program.
• The F-47 is designed as a sixth-generation fighter jet with advanced stealth, AI integration, and the ability to operate both manned and unmanned missions.
• Equipped with Next Generation Adaptive Propulsion engines, the F-47 will achieve supercruise speeds above Mach 1 without afterburners and support directed energy weapons.
• The aircraft emphasizes long-range operations, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, to counter China's growing military capabilities.
• The F-47's designation honors the legacy of the P-47 Thunderbolt from World War II and acknowledges the support of the 47th U.S. President, Donald Trump.