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This article examines the US Air Force’s consideration of a notional light fighter concept, highlighting the increasing questioning of the crewed sixth-generation stealth combat jet being developed as part of the NGAD initiative.

Summary

  1. Idea unveiled by USAF Chief of Staff.
  2. Touted as a less expensive, more flexible fighter design.
  3. Priority on ‘building to adapt’, instead of ‘building to last’.
  4. Common software could be used on multiple platforms.
  5. NGAD combat jet still considered ‘a top-priority’.
READ: Air Force Floats Light Stealth Fighter Concept As Its Heavy Fighter Program May Be In Jeopardy

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