F-22 Raptor vs. Future 6th-Gen Fighter (F-47 Hypothetical / NGAD)
| Feature | F-22 Raptor | Hypothetical F-47 (NGAD-like) |
|---|---|---|
| Generation | 5th Gen | 6th Gen |
| Stealth | Very High | Likely Higher |
| Speed | Mach 2.25 | Mach 2+ (Maybe faster) |
| Supercruise | Mach 1.8 | Mach 2+ |
| Maneuverability | Extreme with thrust vectoring | Possibly AI-assisted maneuvering |
| Avionics | Advanced but aging | AI-driven, enhanced data fusion |
| Weapons | AIM-120, AIM-9X | Directed energy (lasers?), advanced missiles |
| Networking | Limited compared to F-35 | High-end AI and swarm drone capability |
- Stealthier than the F-22.
- Faster and able to supercruise at higher speeds.
- AI-assisted, using drone swarms.
- Armed with next-gen weapons, potentially lasers or hypersonic missiles.
There is no official F-47 fighter jet in development or service. However, if youre referring to a next-generation fighter jet beyond the F-22 and F-35, the most relevant program would be the NGAD (Next-Generation Air Dominance) fighter being developed by the U.S. Air Force.
NGAD (Potential F-47) 6th Generation Fighter
- Status: Prototype stage (U.S. Air Force confirmed a test flight in 2020)
- Expected Entry into Service: Late 2030s
- Features:
- Stealth: Likely more advanced than F-22
- Speed: Possibly Mach 2+ with advanced engines
- Weapons: May include directed energy (lasers) and hypersonic missiles
- AI Integration: AI copilots, autonomous functions
- Loyal Wingmen: Will operate with drones (C-CAAs) to extend capabilities
