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Boeing receives development order for new naval fighter

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The US Navy has selected Boeing for the F/A-XX program. The future fighter aircraft is expected to replace the F/A-18 Super Hornet in the long term, with the development, construction and delivery of a new generation of carrier-based aircraft.

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U.S. Navy Selects Boeing for F/A-XX Program

Source date: 29.09.2026 · German published: 15.10.2026. The summary shall reflect the declared status; subsequent developments may deviate therefrom.

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