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This bill, known as the Frontline Fighter Force First Act, aims to modernize the U.S. Air Force's fighter fleet by prioritizing the recapitalization of legacy aircraft, with a particular focus on high-deployment squadrons like the 335th operational squadron at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. The legislation recognizes the historical achievements of fighter aircraft, especially the F-15E Strike Eagles, which have an impressive combat record and recently played a critical role in intercepting Iranian attack drones. The bill mandates the Secretary of the Air Force to take steps to ensure the continued production and procurement of advanced capability fighter aircraft, with a sequential replacement strategy starting with squadrons that deploy most frequently. It requires the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to conduct a comprehensive review of the aircraft procurement process and provide recommendations, and mandates annual reports to congressional defense committees on the progress of replacing legacy fighter aircraft with advanced, fifth-generation, or next-generation air dominance fighter aircraft. The bill defines several key terms, including "advanced capability fighter aircraft" (which includes F-16, F-15EX, F-35, and F-47 variants) and establishes a framework for systematically upgrading the Air Force's fighter capabilities to maintain its global military superiority.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4027/all-info