Trump Awards Boeing $20 Billion F-47 Fighter Jet Contract

President Donald Trump announced that Boeing has been awarded a contract to develop the F-47, the Air Force's next-generation sixth-generation fighter jet, intended to replace the F-22 Raptor. The F-47 is designed to operate alongside drones and is described by Trump as the 'most advanced, most capable, most lethal aircraft ever built.' The contract, valued at over $20 billion, comes as part of the Pentagon's Next Generation Air Dominance program, which aims to maintain U.S. air superiority, particularly against adversaries like China and Russia. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized that the aircraft will send a strong message of military strength to allies and foes alike. Boeing's selection over Lockheed Martin marks a significant shift in the defense contracting landscape, following Boeing's recent controversies. The details of the F-47 remain classified, but it is expected to feature advanced technologies such as stealth capabilities and cutting-edge sensors.