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Boeing Wins $20B US Navy F/A-XX Contract

September 30, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Boeing wins US Navy F/A-XX contract worth over $20 billion.
The F/A-XX will replace the F/A-18E/F Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers.
Boeing now holds both next-generation US fighter programs.
The contract covers multiple test aircraft for development.

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Strategic Implications

This selection may indicate Boeing's strengthened position in the US defense market, as it now holds both next-generation fighter programs. The award could suggest a shift in the competitive landscape, with Boeing potentially gaining an advantage over its competitors. The development of the F/A-XX may also indicate a focus on advanced technologies and digital systems, which could have implications for the broader aerospace industry.

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What Happened

Boeing Secures Next Generation Fighter Program

The US Navy has selected Boeing to develop the F/A-XX, its sixth-generation carrier-based strike fighter, in a contract valued at over $20 billion. The F/A-XX will augment and eventually replace the US Navy’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornets and EA-18G Growlers beginning in the 2030s. Boeing’s win gives the company both of the US military’s next-generation crewed fighter programs, following its selection for the F-47 Next Generation Air Dominance fighter in March 2025. The contract was announced by the US Department of War on September 29, 2026, as reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: September 29, 2026

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