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Boeing’s New F/A-XX Next Gen Naval Fighter Concept Looks Familiar
Boeing’s official art showing its F/A-XX contender is unsurprisingly similar to the F-47, which the company is building for the Air Force.
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F/A-XX Next Generation Naval Fighter Selection Could Still Happen
The Navy’s Air Boss says he is still “eagerly awaiting” a decision about moving ahead with F/A-XX.

Evolved Sea Sparrow Missile Successor Sought By Navy
Evolving aerial threats are driving demand from the Navy and 11 U.S. allies for an improved naval short-to-medium range anti-air missile.

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