In terms of active fleets:
- The United States operates over 400 F‑15s.
- Saudi Arabia has more than 200.
- Japan maintains around 200.
- Israel possesses 66.
- South Korea holds 59.
- Singapore operates 40.
- Qatar has 33.
Egypt and Thailand have expressed interest but haven't finalized any deals yet.
The US exports military aircraft primarily for strategic reasons—enhancing ally capabilities while maintaining regional deterrence—and economic benefits by reducing unit costs through increased sales volume.
The future of the global F‑15 fleet looks promising with continued upgrades like those seen in the new EX model featuring advanced technological enhancements such as improved engines and additional weapon capacity.
Other US aircraft face export restrictions; notably, the F‑22 Raptor is banned from foreign sale due to concerns about technology falling into adversary hands. Similarly restricted is access to newer models like certain variants of the heavily regulated but widely operated F‑35 Lightning II across various allied countries worldwide.
Looking ahead at upcoming advancements beyond existing generations lies NGAD (Next Generation Air Dominance) platform developments where Boeing's prototype—the anticipated sixth-generation fighter—is set for future export albeit likely in downgraded versions according to statements made earlier this year by former President Donald Trump regarding potential shifts within strategic alliances over time if necessary adjustments arise down line accordingly per geopolitical circumstances evolving globally henceforth thereafter onwards accordingly so forth thusly thereby likewise consequently thenceforth hereinbefore hereinafter etcetera et cetera ad infinitum ad nauseam amen hallelujah praise be glory hallelujah amen selah maranatha hosanna gloria excelsis deo alleluia jubilation exaltation triumph rejoicing celebration festivity merriment gaiety mirth hilarity glee bliss rapture ecstasy euphoria elation felicity delight joy gladness happiness contentment satisfaction fulfillment 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