# The Pentagon is retreating from plans to cancel the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail.

*aerospace · news · 2026-05-12 · Breaking Defense*

## Key points

- The Pentagon has reversed plans to cancel the Boeing E-7 Wedgetail and will now fund it.
- A budget amendment sent to OMB requests funds for the E-7, reflecting a policy change.
- Only seven E-7 aircraft are currently contracted, far fewer than the originally planned 26.
- US recommitment to the E-7 could help revive international interest, including potential NATO orders.

**Companies:** Boeing
**Countries:** United States

[Read the full story on Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/05/hegseth-says-e-7-wedgetail-has-a-future-reversing-planned-cancellation/)

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