This includes full funding for the Air Force's F47 and the Navy's FAXX sixth generation aircraft programs, as well as 47 additional F35 aircraft. These investments will guarantee America's air superiority around the globe. The legislation also supports shipbuilding, a third Virginia class, an additional Virginia class submarine, and a third Columbia class ballistic missile submarine. Additionally, the bill contains block by authorization that allows the Navy to purchase two Ford class aircraft carriers under the same contract. (01:16–01:26)
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Asserts that the NDA supports shipbuilding, including additional Virginia class and Columbia class submarines.
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