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US stealth fighter surge risks a readiness nosedive
The US military’s shift toward stealthier fifth- and sixth-generation fighter aircraft risks reducing fleet availability, according to a Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report. The report warns this trend could widen the gap between advanced technology and the combat numbers required for prolonged conflicts.
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