The US Air Force's F-47 fighter program has reached unprecedented maturity, advancing faster than expected. This next-generation aircraft is planned to replace the F-22 Raptor, with first flight anticipated in 2028. The F-47 will operate as a centerpiece of a networked combat system alongside autonomous drones. The Pentagon has requested significant funding for this crucial modernization effort.

Is the United States falling behind in the race for sixth-generation air superiority? New reports suggest the U.S. Air Force's F-47 prototype will not fly until 2028, while…

The US Air Force's F-47 fighter program has reached unprecedented maturity, advancing faster than expected. This next-generation aircraft is planned to replace the F-22 Raptor,…