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Boeing Wins Contract for USAF's F-47, Shifts from Fixed-Price Deals

Boeing secures a major contract for the US Air Force's F-47, marking a strategic pivot from fixed-price contracts that have financially burdened the company. This win represents a critical step for Boeing in recovering its competitive position since its previous challenges.

2025-03-23T23:07:00.989084-07:00

Breaking Defense

Boeing Secures NGAD F-47 Fighter Contract Amidst Industry Competition

2025-03-21T08:33:41.196178-07:00

Reuters

Trump to Announce $20B NGAD Fighter Jet Contract Today

2025-03-20T17:13:11.762454-07:00

Stars and Stripes

Europe and Canada Consider European Alternatives to U.S. Fighter Jets

2025-03-19T05:45:43.423970-07:00

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Air Data News

Dassault Pitches Rafale to Portugal Amid F-35 Uncertainty Dassault Aviation is positioning the Rafale as a strategic and economic option for Portugal, which is reconsidering its F-35 acquisition plans. This aligns with France's push for European military systems amidst broader defense procurement evaluations.

2025-03-24T04:11:42.223789-07:00

Dassault Pitches Rafale to Portugal Amid F-35 Uncertainty

Axios

F-35 Fighter Jet Jobs Concentrated in Key States Amid Geopolitical Tensions The F-35 program is pivotal for economic activity in numerous U.S. states. As geopolitical tensions rise, the program’s significance extends beyond national defense, driving job creation and technological advancements crucial to local economies.

2025-03-24T02:09:07.787684-07:00

F-35 Fighter Jet Jobs Concentrated in Key States Amid Geopolitical Tensions

Leeham News

Boeing Wins Contract for USAF's F-47, Shifts from Fixed-Price Deals Boeing secures a major contract for the US Air Force's F-47, marking a strategic pivot from fixed-price contracts that have financially burdened the company. This win represents a critical step for Boeing in recovering its competitive position since its previous challenges.

2025-03-23T23:07:00.989084-07:00

Boeing Wins Contract for USAF's F-47, Shifts from Fixed-Price Deals

defence-industry.eu

Lockheed Martin Loses NGAD Contract to Boeing, Reaffirms Air Superiority Commitment Lockheed Martin, after not being selected for the U.S. Air Force's NGAD program, emphasized its continued drive to advance air superiority technologies. Despite the setback, Lockheed Martin remains dedicated to developing critical technologies to meet and outpace emerging threats.

2025-03-23T12:56:05.052230-07:00

Lockheed Martin Loses NGAD Contract to Boeing, Reaffirms Air Superiority Commitment

Breaking Defense

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Boeing Secures NGAD F-47 Fighter Contract Amidst Industry Competition Boeing has been awarded a pivotal $20 billion contract to develop the F-47 sixth-generation fighter for the USAF, a strategic win that pushes it ahead of Lockheed Martin. This marks Boeing's first major fighter contract since 1997 and positions the firm as a key player in future defense procurement.

2025-03-21T08:33:41.196178-07:00

Boeing Secures NGAD F-47 Fighter Contract Amidst Industry Competition

Reuters

Trump to Announce $20B NGAD Fighter Jet Contract Today President Trump will reveal the Pentagon's decision on the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet contractor, worth over $20 billion. The contract, a key part of replacing the F-22 Raptor with advanced stealth technology, sees Lockheed Martin and Boeing as top contenders.

2025-03-20T17:13:11.762454-07:00

Trump to Announce $20B NGAD Fighter Jet Contract Today

Aviation Week

Saab's Gripen E to Get AI Assistance for BVR Combat Saab is set to integrate an AI system into its Gripen E fighter jets to enhance pilot capabilities in beyond-visual-range combat situations. This innovation aims to improve decision-making and operational efficiency during complex air-to-air engagements.

2025-03-20T10:16:58.428028-07:00

Saab's Gripen E to Get AI Assistance for BVR Combat

UK Defence Journal

UK's 48 F-35B Jets Delivery Nears Completion by 2026 The UK's first batch of F-35B Lightning II jets is on schedule for complete delivery with the final aircraft anticipated by 2026. This aligns with the Ministry of Defence's strategic enhancement plans, bolstering the nation's defense capabilities with advanced fifth-generation fighter aircraft.

2025-03-19T19:08:06.988991-07:00

UK's 48 F-35B Jets Delivery Nears Completion by 2026

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