NGAD and F/A-XX: Do We Really Need 6th Generation Fighters?

Summary

1. Next-generation warplanes focus on countering Russia and China.
2. Investing in legacy platforms like the F-35 could save money.
3. The NGAD's high cost raises concerns
4. The Tempest FCAS is in the conceptual stage requiring significant investments.

References

• Media Check: National Interest - Media Bias/Fact Check (HIGH CREDIBILITY)
• Collections | The Runway (airforce.gov.au)
• ADDITIONAL READING RAAF RUNWAY (PME)
• RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC