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The Economic Times
The Economic Times
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US Air Force says F-47 fighter has reached 'unprecedented maturity'; from AI-powered drones, to stealth tech, here's what we know about this sixth-generation jet

The U.S. Air Force has said that its F-47 fighter program has reached an "unprecedented maturity" level, suggesting America's next-generation air superiority aircraft is progressing faster than expected.

The US Air Force expects the aircraft's first flight in 2028 and plans to acquire 185 fighters, making it the future replacement for the F-22 Raptor.

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