Chinese state media attack the F-47 fighter jet on cost, Boeing issues, and rare earths. U.S. experts counter the claims.
Donald Trump signs F-47 deal
The U.S. F-47 secures $8.5B in funding, GCAP lands a $908M contract, while Franco-German FCAS stalls over industrial disputes in 2026.
Boeing’s F-47 NGAD fighter win sparks debate over costs, timelines, and stealth capability as USAF seeks air dominance.
The US sixth-generation fighter program, now designated F-47, moved from concept to contract under President Donald Trump’s second term, with Boeing selected as the prime contractor.
Boeing has secured the contract for the F-47, U.S. Air Force’s Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet.
Donald Trump announced on Friday, March 21, that Boeing has been awarded the contract to build the Air Force’s Future Fighter Jet F-47.