US EditionTrump floats possible new F-55 warplane and F-22 upgrade
- During a visit to Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar in mid-May 2025, President Donald Trump revealed plans to create a new twin-engine fighter jet called the F-55 and to implement a significant upgrade to the F-22 Raptor, resulting in an enhanced version known as the F-22 Super.
- This announcement followed concerns over the F-35's single-engine design, with the F-55 planned to improve safety and thrust by incorporating two engines for greater reliability.
- Trump praised the F-22 as an exceptionally attractive fighter jet and announced plans for an advanced version called the F-22 Super, while stressing the importance of securing a reasonable price before moving forward with the development of the twin-engine F-55.
- He mentioned plans for a new F-55 fighter with twin engines as a significant enhancement over the single-engine F-35 and emphasized strong military support for their initiatives.
- These initiatives reflect a strategic effort to sustain U.S. Air superiority amid global competition and budget debates, though the programs’ specifics and timelines remain limited and unclear.
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Trump says the 'beautiful' F-22 Raptor is getting a big upgrade, saying 'we're going to be doing an F-22 Super'
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