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01. General Overview

The Boeing X-32 (often referred to as the F-32) was a multi-role stealth fighter jet concept. It competed in the United States Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) program and is known for its unique one-piece carbon-fiber wing.

02. Origin & Ownership

It was developed entirely by The United States (USA). Currently, no military forces use it in active duty, as Lockheed Martin's F-35 won the JSF contract over Boeing's design.

03. Estimated Cost

During its development, the target price for mass production was estimated between $30 to $50 Million USD per unit. Boeing invested billions into the research.

04. Materials Used

The aircraft was heavily constructed using Carbon Fiber Composites, Titanium alloys, and coated with Advanced Radar Absorbent Materials (RAM).

05. Availability & Status

Only 2 Prototypes were ever built (X-32A and X-32B). 0 Destroyed. Both survived the testing phase and are currently preserved in US museums.

06. Key Features

The X-32 featured STOVL (Short Take-Off and Vertical Landing) technology. This allowed the jet to hover and land vertically like a helicopter on aircraft carriers.