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Air Force awards Boeing $131 billion ceiling contract for F-15 production, modernization

The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $131 billion contract for F-15 production and modernization.

By · Published September 1, 2026  06:34 UTC · Updated September 1, 2026  14:40 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a $131 billion contract for F-15 production and modernization.
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Air Force has awarded Boeing a contract with a ceiling of $131 billion for the production and modernization of F-15 fighter jets. The contract is the largest in the history of the F-15 program, which began in the 1970s. The Air Force has been seeking to modernize its fleet to counter advanced threats from near-peer adversaries.

The contract includes the production of new F-15EX aircraft, as well as upgrades to existing F-15C/D and F-15E models. The contract also positions Boeing as a key player in the U.S. military's efforts to maintain air superiority. The Air Force has not yet specified the exact number of aircraft to be produced or the timeline for modernization.

The contract is expected to span several years, with deliveries of new aircraft and upgrades to existing models occurring in phases. Boeing has denied that the contract is related to a potential sale of F-15s to Poland, despite recent discussions between the U.S. Department of Defense and the Polish government.

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The obvious questions

What is the value of the contract awarded to Boeing?

$131 billion.

What aircraft are included in the contract?

The contract includes the production of new F-15EX aircraft, as well as upgrades to existing F-15C/D and F-15E models.

Is the contract related to a potential sale to Poland?

Boeing has denied that the contract is related to a potential sale of F-15s to Poland.

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