The Navy’s Future F/A-XX Fighter Program Could Be Delayed 3 Years

The Navy’s Future F/A-XX Fighter Program Could Be Delayed 3 Years

The US Navy's F/A-XX sixth-generation carrier-borne stealth fighter program faces a potential three-year delay, a move deemed unacceptable by program proponents. The post The Navy’s Future F/A-XX Fighter Program Could Be Delayed 3 Years appeared first on 19FortyFive.

U.S. Navy commences operational testing phase for F/A-XX sixth-generation fighter program

Currently, two aircraft proposed by American industry are undergoing testing as part of the F/A-XX competition. In early March 2025, it was confirmed that Lockheed Martin is no longer participating in the programme. According to Breaking Defense, Lockheed Martin submitted a proposal, but it did not meet the Navy’s requirements. With Lockheed Martin out, the remaining contenders for the F/A-XX programme are Northrop Grumman and Boeing. The F/A-XX…