Air Force awards $131B F-15 contract to Boeing

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The Air Force awarded a sweeping F-15 contract to Boeing, described as potentially massive at $131 billion. A top aviation expert said the deal could offer a new approach to major program acquisitions and bring greater stability to the defense industry.

WHO: Boeing; Air Force; a top aviation expert

WHAT: The Air Force awarded Boeing a large F-15 contract valued at $131 billion.

WHEN: Reported Aug 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Cause not yet established.

How this story developed (showing 3 of 3 earlier reports)

Air Force awards Boeing $131.23B F-15 contract ceiling · Aug 31, 2026 at 12:06 AM ET
Air Force awards Boeing $131.23B F-15 contract · Aug 28, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Boeing wins $131B F-15 contract for over a decade · Aug 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET

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