Boeing's F/A-XX stealth jet could redefine naval air power
Boeing just released a rendering of its F/A-XX, a supersonic stealth jet designed to take over from the F/A-18 Super Hornet by the early 2030s.
With its sleek, tailless shape and forward canards, this next-gen fighter is designed with maneuverability in mind for carrier operations.
The F/A-XX isn't just fast--it's smart
The F/A-XX isn't just fast—it's smart. It can fly with or without a pilot, uses advanced AI to manage drone swarms, and shares sensor data across networks.
It's built for longer missions too, aiming for 25% more range than current Navy jets.
Plus, it'll be able to launch hypersonic missiles and use directed energy weapons—all from today's big-deck carriers.
Final contract showdown between Boeing and Northrop Grumman
It's down to Boeing and Northrop Grumman for the final contract after Lockheed Martin bowed out earlier this year.
With Congress boosting funding by over $2.3 billion in 2025, all eyes are on which company will land the deal as the Navy looks to modernize its fleet for future challenges.