The future of air superiority belongs to a collection of capabilities. The next-generation is a networked, connected family of systems that work together.

In the short term, the Air Force has shifted its focus away from development of a next-generation fighter and will focus on enabling technologies.

Despite the shift in focus over the next five years, development of a next-generation fighter has not been ruled out.

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