Aviation Week's Check 6 Podcast NGAD Win Puts Boeing Back in the Game With The F-47
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Mar 21, 2025 Join Steve Trimble, Aviation Week's Senior Defense Editor, as he dives into Boeing's groundbreaking contract win for the F-47, the U.S. Air Force's next-gen fighter. He dissects what this means for Boeing's future, especially against competitors like Lockheed Martin. The discussion covers Boeing's advances in military aviation, the innovative stealth design features, and the crucial transition to new radar technologies. Trimble also reflects on the evolving landscape of military aviation and what lies ahead for future combat programs.
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Boeing's Comeback
- Boeing's F-47 win is unexpected and significant, marking their return to fighter aircraft development after the F-35 loss.
- This win is crucial for Boeing's defense business, which has faced struggles with fixed-price development programs and execution problems.
Investment and Redemption
- Boeing's $1.8 billion investment in a new advanced combat aircraft production facility demonstrates their commitment to the F-47.
- This presents a chance for Boeing to redeem themselves after past program struggles and potentially apply new engineering practices to commercial projects.
Long-Term Fighter Production
- The F-47 contract secures Boeing's place in the fighter business for decades, potentially extending beyond the F-15EX's lifespan.
- Boeing has sustained F-18 and F-15 production through modernization and international orders, but the F-47 offers a new long-term opportunity.