On March 21, 2025, US President Donald Trump made a big statement, announcing the creation of the world's first sixth-generation fighter, which received the designation F-47. The production of this advanced machine was entrusted to the American corporation Boeing, one of the leaders in the aerospace industry. As the head of state noted, the development was carried out in the strictest secrecy as part of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, aimed at ensuring the absolute superiority of the US Air Force in the air. According to Trump, the F-47 prototype has already been successfully undergoing test flights for almost five years, which confirms the high level of readiness of the project.

Speaking in the Oval Office of the White House, Trump emphasized the unique characteristics of the new aircraft.

"This is not just a fighter, it is the pinnacle of technology. The F-47 is the most advanced, most powerful and most lethal aircraft ever built. We have been testing it in secret for almost five years, and it is superior to anything other countries have. Fifth generation is enough for many, but we have moved up to sixth generation," - said the president.

He singled out the advanced stealth technology that makes the aircraft virtually invisible to enemy radar, as well as the outstanding maneuverability and engine power that are unmatched by any other jet fighter. No country can match these parameters, he said, putting the F-47 beyond its competitors.

The new fighter's primary mission is to replace the aging F-22 Raptor fleet, which entered service two decades ago, and to partially supplant the F-35, despite its widespread use in U.S. and allied forces. It is unclear whether the F-47 will be adapted for carrier use, which could expand its use in the U.S. Navy. Trump noted that the project has already attracted the attention of allies who are interested in acquiring export versions of the jet, although specific details of the deals remain under wraps.

The F-47 announcement was a major milestone for Boeing, which has faced a number of challenges in both the civilian and military sectors in recent years. According to Reuters, the company beat out archrival Lockheed Martin for the contract, worth more than $20 billion, in a surprising turnaround after Lockheed’s dominance in fifth-generation fighters. The NGAD program, according to Air & Space Forces Magazine, involves integrating the F-47 with unmanned systems — so-called “collaborative combat vehicles” (CCA) — developed by General Atomics and Anduril Industries. This is expected to fundamentally change the approach to air operations, enhancing the capabilities of manned fighters through interaction with drones.