New stealth fighter jet F-47 appears by surprise in U.S. Air Force recruitment video

The United States Air Force surprised viewers by subtly featuring the mysterious F-47 fighter jet in its latest recruitment video.

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The aircraft appears for only a few seconds, in low resolution and without any official explanation — yet just enough to spark the curiosity of aviation enthusiasts and military analysts.

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What drew the most attention was the contrast between the silhouette shown in the video and the models previously associated with the F-47, such as the one unveiled by former president Donald Trump during Boeing’s announcement of victory in the NGAD (Next Generation Air Dominance) program.

While earlier renderings showed an aircraft with forward horizontal stabilizers — similar to those on the Russian Su-30SM — the fighter jet in this latest footage features a distinctly different design: no visible front stabilizers, a wide and flat fuselage, rearward-positioned wings, two spaced engines, and angled vertical stabilizers. The air intakes remain indistinct, further adding to the mystery surrounding the final configuration.

Although no official confirmation has been given, the jet’s appearance in an institutional Air Force promotion — aimed at attracting young recruits — suggests that the F-47, or at least its public image, is gradually entering the spotlight in discussions about the next generation of American combat aircraft.

The situation is reminiscent of the mysterious unveiling of the B-21 Raider, which was also preceded by artistic renderings that bore little resemblance to the final product.

Source and images: Official video from the U.S. Air Force / AviaCT Telegram. This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team.