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Media Monitor: Breaking Defense Reports Air Force Seeking 1,509 Combat-Ready Jets by 2035

22 Oct 2026 3:01 p.m. · Source: Breaking Defense

Breaking Defense reports the Air Force told Congress it needs 1,509 combat-ready fighters by 2035, and that the Pentagon is assessing Middle East base rebuilding costs and future posture.

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