Opinion: The jury is still out on whether the NGAD contract should have been awarded, former Air Force Secretary Frank ...

In March, the U.S. Air Force revealed it would procure a fighter design from Boeing, designated as the F-47, for its Next ...

When operating at the higher speeds, being maneuverable and agile is likely a greater advantage than being stealthy—making ...

The benefit of canards is improved maneuverability and stability, especially at high angles of attack. But canards lead to ...

The engine that will equip the F-47 is unknown at this time, as a winning design for the NGAP program has not been chosen yet. Both GE’s XA102 and P&W’s XA103 feature three-stream adaptive ...

One of the most significant upgrades of the F-47 over the F-22 lies in its range. Currently, the F-22 boasts a range of over 1,850 miles with external fuel tanks; however, the F-47 is promised to ...

The troubled company, which had a rough patch these past few years, for both the aviation and the space sides of its business, is the one that will design, build, and deliver the F-47. The company ...

The unveiling of the F-47 by the Air Force promises a new era in aerial combat capabilities. As the successor to the F-22, the F-47 is set to redefine air superiority with significant enhancements in ...

fighter jet design and manufacturing remained with two parties. Lockheed has the F-35 for years to come and is not a contender for the F/A-XX replacement and Boeing has the F-47. As a result ...

To be designated the F-47, the jet will feature enhanced speed and manoeuvrability ... contract award in August 2024 to “reconsider the design based on changing threats and affordability ...

The hypothetical stealth aircraft appears to feature a flat, tailless cranked wing design with two engines. Before Boeing was ...

The design of the F-47 remains a closely guarded ... Allvin noted that the F-47 would feature longer range, more advanced stealth, and greater sustainability and supportability than its predecessor.