Boeing Lands Major Deal to Propel Future Air Force Fighter Development
The U.S. Air Force has announced that Boeing has received a contract to design, develop, and deliver its next-generation fighter jet.
The Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) Platform aims to unveil an exceptional class of United States fighter aircraft that provides enhanced capabilities in range, durability, firepower, and adaptability. The NGAD Platform is foundational to the NGAD Family of Systems.
“We recognize the importance of designing, developing, and delivering a 6th-generation fighter solution for the United States Air Force. To achieve this goal, we have made the most significant investment in the history of our defense initiatives, and we are prepared to deliver the most advanced and innovative NGAD aircraft needed to accomplish the mission,” remarked Steve Parker, interim president and chief executive officer of Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
For nearly a century, Boeing has been a leader in producing some of the most advanced combat aircraft for military customers worldwide, including the P-51 Mustang, F-4 Phantom, F-15 Eagle, F/A-18 Hornet, and EA-18G Growler, among others. The NGAD selection builds on Boeing’s fighter legacy and establishes a new global standard for 6th-generation capabilities.
Further details regarding the technical and programmatic aspects of the NGAD Platform remain confidential under United States national security and export regulations.
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