United States Air Force Set to Double F-15EX Eagle II Fleet Target to 267 Advanced Fighter Jets

The U.S. Air Force seeks 267 Boeing F-15EX Eagle II jets in its FY2027 budget, doubling the previous fleet target to replace aging F-15E Strike Eagles.

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Published: Apr 24, 2026, 4:33 PM EDT

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United States Air Force Set to Double F-15EX Eagle II Fleet Target to 267 Advanced Fighter Jets

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The U.S. Air Force has dramatically increased its procurement goals for the Boeing F-15EX Eagle II, more than doubling the previous target of 129 aircraft to a new total of 267. This expansion is part of a broader $338.8 billion budget proposal aimed at replacing the aging F-15E Strike Eagle fleet and maintaining high-capacity production lines alongside fifth-generation programs.

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