
Fri Mar 21 17:12:02 UTC 2025: ## Boeing Wins Contract for US Air Force’s Next-Generation Stealth Fighter, the F-47
**Washington, D.C. – March 22, 2025** – President Donald Trump announced yesterday that Boeing has secured the contract to build the Air Force’s next-generation stealth fighter jet, the F-47. The aircraft will replace the F-22 Raptor and be capable of integrating with numerous drones.
The announcement, made during a televised address from the Oval Office, marks a significant victory for Boeing following a challenging year marked by labor strikes and safety concerns. The company’s stock price saw a 4.78% increase following the news.
The F-47, the result of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, was initially paused in 2024 due to cost concerns. The Congressional Budget Office previously estimated the cost of each aircraft could reach $300 million. However, a recent Air Force study reaffirmed the necessity of the NGAD program to maintain air superiority.
While details regarding the F-47’s capabilities remain scarce, President Trump described it as “virtually unseeable,” boasting unmatched maneuverability, power, and unprecedented drone integration capabilities. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the strategic implications of the new fighter, asserting it would bolster U.S. global power projection.
The exact cost of the contract remains undisclosed for security reasons. The award comes amidst the Trump administration’s broader focus on government spending reduction, spearheaded by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).