US Senate Appropriations Committee Supports F/A-XX Fighter Development Amid Rising Chinese Military Capabilities
DEFENSE
The US Senate Appropriations Committee has endorsed the development of the F/A-XX next-generation carrier fighter to bolster the Navy's airpower in response to China's expanding military capabilities. The legislation mandates funding for the program, emphasizing its importance in maintaining air superiority in the Pacific, while experts warn that achieving dominance will rely on additional factors beyond the aircraft's capabilities.

Jan 24, 2026, 6:16 AM