US Navy selects Boeing to develop sixth‑generation F/A‑XX fighter
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- The US Navy has chosen Boeing to design and build the sixth‑generation F/A‑XX fighter aircraft, with a contract valued at billions of dollars, intended to replace the current F/A‑18 Super Hornet fleet.
- The F/A‑XX will feature advanced mission systems, an open architecture, increased operational access, and advanced sensors and networking capabilities, allowing it to work with other platforms and conduct missions at longer ranges, with Boeing responsible for design, development and delivery.
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