The project of the E-7 Wedgetail radar aircraft of the US Air Force faced serious difficulties and was in danger of failure. U.S. Secretary of Defense Hegseth said that the possibility of canceling this expensive project is being considered in order to redirect funding to the development of space exploration and surveillance systems.
The E-7 Wedgetail is a modern long—range radar detection and control aircraft designed to replace outdated platforms and enhance aerial reconnaissance capabilities. However, the growing importance of space technology and the need to strengthen the space component of national security are forcing the Pentagon to rethink its priorities.
The abandonment of the E-7 Wedgetail project reflects a strategic shift in U.S. defense policy, where space is becoming a key arena for intelligence gathering and monitoring potential threats. In the context of increasing competition in the space sector and technological progress, investments in satellite and other space systems are considered more promising and effective.
However, the cancellation or slowdown of the E-7 Wedgetail program may create a temporary gap in aerial reconnaissance capabilities, which will cause concern among military experts and US allies. Further discussion and final decision on the fate of the project are expected in the coming months.
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