U.S. Air Force Plans Big E-7A Modifications And Potential Replacement

Brian Everstine April 24, 2025

Rendering of Boeing E-7 aircraft flying above clouds — Boeing is building two E-7A prototypes at its facility in Renton, Washington, ahead of the Air Force’s production decision.

Credit: Boeing

The U.S. Air Force is looking to increase the capability of its incoming Boeing E-7A fleet—and allowing for the possibility that it might seek another aircraft to serve the battle management and air-moving-target-indication role. Change of radar leads the list Boeing is assembling the first...

Brian Everstine

Brian Everstine is the Pentagon Editor for Aviation Week, based in Washington, D.C.

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