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Air Force Leaders Testify on FY27 Modernization, Budget Before Senate

  • War.gov
  • May 12, 2026 | 01:03:52

Air Force officials testify on the service’s modernization efforts as part of the fiscal year 2027 budget request and the future years defense program during a hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee’s airland subcommittee in Washington, May 12, 2026. Testifying are: Air Force Lt. Gen. David H. Tabor, deputy chief of staff for plans and programs; Air Force Lt. Gen. Luke C. G. Cropsey, military deputy in the office of the assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, technology and logistics; and Air Force Maj. Gen. Christopher J. Niemi, military deputy to the chief of staff for Air Force futures.

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From defending America's borders and fighting drug trafficking to changes in culture and business operations to better build the nation's arsenal of freedom, President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth are ushering in a new era characterized by peace through strength.

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The Aircraft Boneyard

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America's Nuclear Triad

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The triad, along with assigned forces, provide 24/7 deterrence to prevent catastrophic actions from our adversaries and they stand ready, if necessary, to deliver a decisive response, anywhere, anytime.

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