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First F-15EX for Japan Marks New Phase in Kadena Buildup
Key Takeaways
- The first F-15EX intended for permanent assignment at Kadena Air Base departed Boeing’s St. Louis facility on August 28, 2026.
- The aircraft will stop at Portland Air National Guard Base for final staging and integration preparations.
- The jet is part of the Air Force plan to replace Kadena’s withdrawn F-15C/D fleet.
- Initial F-15EX arrivals in Japan are expected to begin in fiscal year 2027.
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