The United States Air Force faces a technical problem with its new F-15ex Eagle II fight jets, which is produced by the manufacturer Boeing. According to reports, some planes were temporarily put out of service due to an unusual fuel leak on the wings.
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Boeing confirmed that possible solutions are currently being tested, including adjustments to valves and compounds, while examining whether the problem is due to faulty components or assembly errors.
Although fuel leaks are common for aircraft due to pressure and temperature fluctuations, the extent of the leaks on the F-15ex was classified as above average.
Experts warn that if it is not remedied, the defect could endanger the security of missions. It is still unclear how many of the nine units delivered so far or why the problem was only discovered after years of testing.
The situation is worrying, since Boeing has to deal with delays in other military projects such as VC-25B presidential jets and the KC 46 tank aircraft.
Meanwhile, a strike in the Boeing defense division, which started this week, could affect the effort to solve the problem. Despite the setback, the company assures that the F-15EX program is still a success-with advanced tests and international buyer interest. The aircraft that is to replace the old F-15C models is already operated by the National Guard and is to be moved to Japan soon.
Boeing hopes to solve the problem quickly to avoid greater effects on the delivery of the 129 units ordered.
Those: The War Zone | Photos: F-15ex Eagle II of the 85th test and evaluation unit on the Eglin Air Force Base, Florida. X @usairforce | This content was created with the help of AI and checked by the editorial team
