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F-15E Strike Eagle

Okay, mainly I have a question, but this is also a discussion on the USAF primary long-range striker. The question regards the Strike Eagle’s future with the USAF. The F-15A/B/C/D fleet will be replaced shortly by the F-22A/B, while the F-16A/B/C/D and A-10A will be replaced by the JSF, with the F-117A also to follow I think. What about the F-15E. I know the F-22 hasn’t yet acquired the necessary ground attack capability to replace it. The JSF won’t have the required performance. So, what is the USAF going to do with the F-15E? How much longer does it have?
Anyway, my personal thoughts on the Mud Hen is that it is a very nice aircraft. I personally think the F-15E is the only aircraft you could consider as a worthy replacement to the F-4 in USAF service. The Strike Eagle has the performance of the other Eagle models combined with an unprecedented ground attack capability. I think the Eagle is probably the best long-range strike aircraft in the world with the F-111 being its equal maybe although the F-15 has much better strike capability. The only other aircraft that have anywhere near the Eagle’s capability in the long-range strike role are the F-4E, Tornado GR.4, and the Su-24. I am not sure about the Su-34 just yet, it is too early to tell although it does look good on paper. Anyway, anyone that can answer this question, I would be grateful, or if you just wanna comment. Thanks.

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