Boeing to Build Next-Gen 'F-47' US Fighter Jet, Trump Announces
Sarah Johnson
March 21, 2025
Brief
President Trump announced Boeing will develop the advanced F-47 fighter jet for the U.S. Air Force, highlighting efforts to modernize America's military air power.
President Donald Trump announced that Boeing is set to develop the next-generation fighter jet, the F-47, for the U.S. Air Force. The announcement, made in the Oval Office, was accompanied by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Trump, never one to underplay a moment, described the new aircraft with his trademark hyperbole: "The F-47 will be the most advanced, most capable, most lethal aircraft ever built." One can almost hear the dramatic soundtrack in the background.
Though details about the F-47 remain under wraps, the announcement underscores the ongoing push for modernizing military capabilities in an increasingly competitive global landscape. Boeing, already a major player in defense manufacturing, is expected to play a key role in shaping the future of U.S. air dominance.
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Editor's Comments
Trump's flair for grand declarations is on full display here. While we don't know yet how 'lethal' the F-47 will be, one thing's for sure: Boeing's PR team is probably popping some champagne right now. Also, is it just me, or does 'F-47' sound like a character straight out of a sci-fi movie?
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