Air Force Names Boeing F-15EX And It Makes No Sense

Air Force Names Boeing F-15EX And It Makes No Sense
GILLIAN RICH
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After days of anticipation, the Air Force gave its most advanced fourth-generation fighter jet the most boring name imaginable.

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