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Mitchell Institute Pushes for 500 New Aircraft Amid Criticism

2/10/2026

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The Mitchell Institute urges the U.S. Air Force to acquire 500 sixth-generation aircraft, including 300 F-47 fighters and 200 B-21 bombers, to counter China.
Critics say the report mainly benefits defense contractors such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin.
Experts warn the F-47 may be obsolete before deployment, echoing F-35 issues.
The recommendations could affect national security spending and the national debt.

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The Mitchell Institute urges the U.S. Air Force to acquire 500 sixth-generation aircraft, including 300 F-47 fighters and 200 B-21 bombers, to counter China.
Critics say the report mainly benefits defense contractors such as Boeing and Lockheed Martin.
Experts warn the F-47 may be obsolete before deployment, echoing F-35 issues.
The recommendations could affect national security spending and the national debt.