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Members press for fighter recapitalization and air refueling runway funding in FY26 NDAA
Summary
Two members urged the House Armed Services Committee to authorize procurement of next‑generation manned fighters and prioritize recapitalization of Air National Guard units, and to fund a long‑overdue runway replacement at the 180th Air Refueling Wing in Sioux City to support KC‑135 operations.
Several members asked the House Armed Services Committee to prioritize fighter recapitalization and related airfield infrastructure in the FY26 NDAA.
Representative Stauber urged authorization for procurement of next‑generation manned fighters and a recapitalization program for active duty, reserve and Air National Guard units, citing reduced fighter capacity and an aging fleet. He…
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