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U-2S spy plane on a runway with maintenance personnel in the background.

Congress Moves to Restore U-2S Spy Plane Fleet, Defying Air Force Plans

In a surprising move, Congress is pushing to revive the U-2S spy plane fleet, bucking the Air Force's plans to retire the entire 23-aircraft fleet due to concerns over its viability in future conflicts. A new House Appropriations Committee draft bill would limit retirements and fund maintenance to restore four aircraft.

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