U.S. Air Force adds 22 F-15EX fighters, raising total to 120
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- The U.S. Air Force signed a $2.38 billion contract with Boeing on 29 September 2026 for 22 additional F-15EX Eagle II aircraft, bringing the total number of F-15EX fighters ordered to 120.
- The new aircraft will be produced in Boeing’s St. Louis, Missouri facility as part of Lot 7, expanding the existing procurement program for the advanced fighter model.
Why it matters
The expanded order increases the fleet of next‑generation fighters available to the Air Force, potentially affecting future operational capabilities and maintenance planning.
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