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Acquisition·F-15EX

US Air Force to Triple F-15EX Fleet

1 source · first reported 18h ago

The US Air Force plans to increase its F-15EX Eagle II fleet from 98 to 268 aircraft under a $36.9 billion program. This expansion is part of the fiscal 2027 President's Budget. The F-15EX is a key component of the Air Force's fighter jet fleet modernization efforts.

Why it matters

The expansion of the F-15EX fleet is significant for the Air Force's capabilities and modernization plans, indicating a substantial investment in airpower technology. This program will impact the US military's overall air defense and strike capabilities.

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