Trump Hails F-47 as 'Most Devastating Plane' at Davos
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Moneycontrol•22-01-2026, 15:04
Trump Hails F-47 as 'Most Devastating Plane' at Davos
- •US President Donald Trump described the F-47, the upcoming sixth-generation stealth fighter jet, as the “most devastating plane” ever built during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
- •The F-47 is being developed under the US Air Force’s Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program by Boeing, designed as the successor to the F-22 Raptor.
- •Key features include advanced stealth, integrated sensor systems, a canard wing configuration for enhanced maneuverability, and the ability to operate with autonomous drones (CCAs).
- •The US Air Force plans to acquire at least 185 F-47 aircraft, with the first jets expected to enter operational service towards the end of the decade.
- •The F-47 designation references the WWII-era P-47 Thunderbolt, the year 1947 when the US Air Force became independent, and Trump's position as the 47th President.
Why It Matters: Trump lauded the F-47 stealth fighter at Davos, highlighting its advanced capabilities and strategic importance.
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