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How many F-35s does the US Air Force really have in 2026? The answer depends on which aircraft count you use, and the difference is surprising.
The F-15EX Eagle II isn’t stealthy, but it flies Mach 2.5, carries 12 missiles, computes 87 billion operations a second, and tested well against fifth-gen jets.
The Air Force plans to base 26 F-35A fighters at Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base.