The U.S. and Boeing sign an $8.58 billion contract to deliver 50 F-15IA fighters to Israel

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US and Boeing sign $8.58 billion contract to supply 50 F-15IA fighters to Israel
US and Boeing sign $8.58 billion contract to supply 50 F-15IA fighters to Israel (X @clashreport)

The United States has signed a contract worth up to $8.58 billion with Boeing for the development and production of new F-15IA fighter jets for the Israeli Air Force.

Under the Foreign Military Sales program, the agreement initially covers the delivery of 25 aircraft, with an option for an additional 25 units. Production will primarily take place in St. Louis through the end of 2035.

The contract includes all stages of the program, including design, system integration, testing, production, and aircraft delivery. At the time of award, $840 million had already been obligated under the management of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. The deal was executed without competition, highlighting the strategic nature of U.S.-Israel military cooperation.

Specifically developed to meet Israeli operational requirements, the F-15IA is expected to incorporate advanced avionics, sensors, weapons systems, and customized electronic warfare capabilities. The program ensures continuity of the F-15 production line and will allow Israel to replace older aircraft while maintaining long-range capability and high payload capacity alongside its fleet of modernized F-35I and F-16 jets.

Source: Defence Blog | Photo: X @clashreport | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team

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