Second Eagle II delivered
On 20 April 2021, the second F-15EX Eagle II, with serial number 20-0002, showcasing the 53rd Wing’s traditional “OT” tail flash and assigned to the 85th Test and Evaluation Squadron was welcomed at Eglin AFB (FL). On 11 March 2021, Scramble Magazine reported on the arrival of F-15EX "001".
The two fighter aircraft are the final ones delivered to Eglin AFB and the USAF in 2021. The Eagles IIs and testers from the 40th FLTS and 85th TES will work together in integrated developmental and operational test, effectively expediting the test timeline. Developmental Testing (DT) and Operational Testing (OT) integration provides means for the F-15EX to get in the hands of the warfighter as soon as possible, while also ensuring the test rigour.
The F-15EX will make its exercise debut at Northern Edge 2021 (NE 21), proving the rapid test efforts of DT/OT integration and showcasing innovation through integration. NE 21 will take place from 3-14 May at several military installations, local airports and training areas around Alaska.
Photo: USAF