The F-4 Phantom II's brute-force design is why modern air forces can't replace it

The F-4 Phantom II was noted for being a "brick" that had the sheer thrust that allowed it to fly into combat and win.
The Aviationist

Pratt & Whitney Shows F-47-Like Fighter in Latest XA103 Adaptive Engine Video

Pratt & Whitney shared a new video about the XA103 engine, which includes a computer-generated rendition of an F-47-inspired design. However, it is exactly that: nothing more than a notional aircraft.
The National Interest

F-16 SFW: The Experimental Jet That Could Have Redefined Aircraft Design

Summary and Key Points: The F-16 SFW (Forward-Swept Wing) was an experimental fighter developed by General Dynamics in the 1970s as part of DARPA’s Forward Swept Wing Program. Designed to reduce drag ...
The Aviationist

Pratt & Whitney XA103 Engine Promotional Video Shows Canard-Equipped NGAD Rendering

Although reminiscent of the official F-47 renderings, the model in RTX’s video is actually based on a notional design by artist Rodrigo Avella. A new promotional video released by RTX, parent company ...