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Air Force Test Center plans blended live and digital testing for F-47

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The Air Force Test Center is preparing to combine real-world flight tests with digital testing as the F-47 program moves toward first flight. The evolving approach is intended to shape how the next-generation fighter’s development and test campaign is conducted.

Discovered 2026-10-07T13:28:54.832896-07:00 | 2026-10-07T13:28:54.832896-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

  • The planned blend of physical and digital testing will shape the F-47’s test campaign once the aircraft begins flying.
  • The approach signals how the Air Force Test Center intends to integrate digital methods into a major fighter development program.

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