US Air Force Confirms F-47 Fighter Jet on Schedule for 2028 First Flight, Set to Replace F-22

Summary

The US Air Force confirms the F-47 fighter jet program is on schedule for its first flight in 2028, with plans to purchase at least 185 aircraft to replace the F-22 Raptor. Senior officials state the program is sufficiently advanced for the aircraft to fly during the current administration, with significant funding allocated for its development.