See the U.S.'s New Beast in the Sky – 2026 F-47 Thunderbolt Fighter-Bomber

The F-47 NGAD Fighter Program is Back with a Vengeance

Key Points and Summary – The U.S. Air Force has awarded the contract for its sixth-generation Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter to Boeing, with President Donald Trump christening the new warplane the “F-47.” The name is a historical nod to the legendary P-47 Thunderbolt of WWII. After a “strategic pause” in 2024 due to its high cost, the program was revived and fast-tracked in 2025. The F-47, expected to make its maiden flight before …

See the U.S.'s New Beast in the Sky – 2026 F-47 Thunderbolt Fighter-Bomber

A Classic Name Meets New Design The 2026 Republic F-47 Thunderbolt brings back a historic name with a modern twist. While it shares the name of the original World War II P-47 Thunderbolt, this new aircraft is a completely new platform. Designed as a multi-role fighter-bomber, it blends modern combat capabilities with a look inspired by its wartime namesake. Made with lightweight composite materials and a reinforced airframe, the F-47 is built fo…