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Boeing wins U.S. Navy F/A-XX next-generation stealth fighter contract

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Boeing has won the contract to develop the U.S. Navy’s F/A-XX next-generation stealth fighter, securing a highly anticipated award after the Pentagon had previously sought to freeze the program.

Discovered 2026-09-29T14:52:38.895406-07:00 | 2026-09-29T14:52:38.895406-07:00

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  • The award gives Boeing a major Navy fighter program and establishes the company as the lead contractor for F/A-XX development.
  • The decision resolves a closely watched procurement question after the Pentagon previously attempted to freeze the program.
  • F/A-XX is positioned as a next-generation stealth fighter, making the award strategically significant for future U.S. naval aviation capabilities.

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