USAF E-7 Prototypes Face Delays Amid Questions On Fleet’s Future

Boeing Rendering of a U.S. Air Force E-7A Wedgetail 0611

Rendering of a U.S. Air Force E-7A Wedgetail.

Credit: Boeing
The U.S. Air Force’s first Boeing E-7A Wedgetail prototypes are facing delays due to rework early in their builds, as the Pentagon’s boss has confirmed the fleet’s overall future is in question. The service plans to field 26 of the 737-based airborne early warning and control aircraft to take over...
Brian Everstine

Brian Everstine is the Pentagon Editor for Aviation Week, based in Washington, D.C.

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