The bill would set a minimum Air Force fighter inventory of 1,900 aircraft, including at least 1,200 primary mission aircraft, through October 1, 2030. The Defense Secretary could approve a temporary reduction for units changing to new aircraft, but the inventory could not fall below 1,800 or remain reduced for more than two years. The Secretary of the Air Force would report quarterly on aircraft received, assignments, retirements, and delays. The bill would also direct at least three of every four new fighters to existing service-retained squadrons and preserve 25 Air National Guard fighter squadrons through October 1, 2030, with stated exceptions. The Air Force would prepare annual plans for replacing aircraft in those Guard squadrons.
The bill concerns Air Force and Air National Guard aircraft, squadron numbers, and replacement plans. It does not specify direct effects on individuals or the public.
The bill gives no total cost. Required Air National Guard recapitalization plans must identify funding needs by fiscal year and assess budget effects.
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