The Pentagon called the modernization of nuclear forces the top priority of the US Air Force.

Obtaining permanent funding for the modernization of the Air Force's nuclear capabilities The United States is a top priority for the Pentagon. This was announced on May 6 by the Chief of Staff of the American Air Force, David Alvin.

"Our investments in the modernization of nuclear forces remain a top priority," he said, speaking at a hearing in the U.S. House of Representatives.

As Alvin noted, his ministry is currently facing a number of tasks related to the renovation and development of military equipment. Work is currently underway to modernize the F-15 and F-35 fighter jets, as well as the B-52 strategic bombers, he added.

In addition, American developers are faced with the task of creating a sixth-generation F-47 fighter, said the Chief of Staff of the US Air Force.

On March 21, US President Donald Trump spoke for the first time about the development of a new generation fighter jet. According to him, the tests were conducted secretly for five years. The head of the White House said during his speech that the F-47 would demonstrate maneuverability and unsurpassability.