US Air Force to Replace Aging Planes with 72 New Fighters Annually

US Air Force to Replace Aging Planes with 72 New Fighters Annually

The US Air Force is seeking Congress to fund the purchase of 72 fighter jets yearly in order to replace aging planes and modernize its existing fleets to meet modern standards, with ongoing investments into the force’s fleet capabilities moving forward.

America’s Top Fourth Generation Fighter Jets

America’s Top Fourth Generation Fighter Jets

These are some of the most advanced 4th generation fighters ever built, featuring advanced avionics, superior weapons, upgraded engines, stealth technology, and several other upgrades making them powerful combat platforms.

US Cans Lockheed’s Hypersonic Missile Project

US Cans Lockheed’s Hypersonic Missile Project

The US Air Force has been working with Lockheed Martin to develop the AGM-183 ARRW (Air-Launched Rapid Response Weapon), a hypersonic air-to-ground missile. This weapon is designed to enable the US to hold fixed, high-value, time-sensitive targets at risk in contested environments.