Questions On Fighter Shortfall, U.S. Air Sovereignty Mission Linger

The impending fighter shortfall in the U.S. Air Force may prompt the Pentagon to turn to the Navy to fulfill some air sovereignty missions – flying patrols in U.S. airspace – in the future, according to Defense Department officials. The Air Force is facing the retirement of up to 80% of the fleet...

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