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F-15E Jets Stay Put at Seymour Johnson | Raleigh News
The Air Force is keeping Seymour Johnson’s aging F-15E jets in the air until the newer, more powerful F-15EX models arrive—thanks to a firm commitment from top brass that operations won’t pause. But the rollout depends entirely on Congress funding the F-15EX for 2027; without it, the timeline stays murky. As the largest F-15E base and home to deployed squadrons, Seymour Johnson’s readiness is critical—and this move aims to reassure everyone. Meanwhile, another base in Missouri could get F-15Es by 2031, but Seymour’s focus is on upgrading to the EX variant, which offers greater payload and…
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