Latest "sixth-generation fighter" stories

The Air Force’s next-gen fighter has moved into a critical new phase

Air Force Sec. Frank Kendall hopes NGAD will show its capabilities by the end of the decade.

By Stephen Losey

12 months ago

Air Force general worried US won’t field sixth-gen fighter in time to beat China

America's adversaries will "suffer a very tough day" if faced with the Next Generation Air Dominance system, the head of Air Combat Command says.

By Valerie Insinna

2 years ago

Budget watchdog warns this fighter could cost three times that of the F-35

The Congressional Budget Office is warning of an expensive price tag for the US Air Force’s next fighter jet.

By Valerie Insinna

4 years ago

Air Force not considering new F-15 or hybrid F-22/F-35, top civilian says

The Air Force's top leader says the service isn't interested in the F-15X or a F-22/F-35 hybrid. But could those aircraft still have a chance?

By Valerie Insinna

5 years ago

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