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Boeing is facing challenges in the production of its F-15EX Eagle II fighter jets, as demand for these aircraft increases. The F-15EX, introduced in 2021, is a fourth-generation jet known for its air superiority and survivability. Boeing's vice president for fighters, Mark Sears, stated that "it will take time — we’re rebuilding a workforce that needs the experience."
The F-15EX is priced at $90 million, which is approximately $7.5 million more than the F-35A. While the F-35 is designed for anti-access zones and future upgrades, the F-15EX is expected to perform homeland defense missions with a larger weapons carriage capacity.
The advanced variant of the F-15EX features powerful General Electric turbofans with afterburners and various state-of-the-art systems such as BAE's AN/ALQ-250 Eagle Passive Active Warning Survivability System (EPAWSS). It boasts a top speed of Mach 2.5 and has been optimized for different combat roles.
