During recent Congressional hearings on the request for a defense budget for fiscal year 2026, it became known about the plans of the country's Air Force to withdraw F-15E Strike Eagle fighter-bombers from the United Kingdom.
These aircraft are currently based at Lakenheath Air Base, where they perform strategic tasks in Europe. However, their presence there will only continue until the second fifth generation squadron F-35 Lightning II is fully formed and activated. After that, the F-15E will be recalled to the United States.
This decision is part of a broader recapitalization plan for the combat aircraft fleet developed by the U.S. Air Force. The main goal of the program is to modernize the aviation fleet and strengthen its capabilities through new multifunctional and stealth fighters. The transition to the F-35 will enhance the Air Force's combat capabilities in the face of modern threats and ensure technological superiority in the future.
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