The U.S. Air Force has announced that Boeing has been awarded a contract to design, build and deliver its next-generation fighter aircraft.
The next-generation air dominance (NGAD) platform will herald a new era of United States fighter jets, offering significant advances in range, survivability, lethality and adaptability. The NGAD platform will serve as the central node within the NGAD-family of systems.
“We recognise the importance of designing, building and delivering a sixth-generation fighter capability for the United States Air Force. In preparation for this mission, we made the most significant investment in the history of our defence business, and we are ready to provide the most advanced and innovative NGAD aircraft needed to support the mission,” said Steve Parker, Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, Boeing Defense, Space & Security.
For nearly a century, Boeing has produced some of the most advanced combat aircraft for military customers around the world, 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 distinguished fighter legacy and sets a new global standard for 6th-generation capability.
