The Department of the Air Force has announced the signing of a Record of Decision (ROD) for the T-7A Recapitalization at Laughlin Air Force Base in Texas. This decision involves replacing the T-38C aircraft with up to 79 new T-7A aircraft, with an initial delivery of 51 planes. The decision was made after considering the Final Environmental Impact Statement and inputs from the public and regulatory agencies. This Notice of Availability is in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and other relevant regulations.
Simple Explanation
The Air Force has decided to start using new T-7A planes at a base in Texas to replace some older planes. They have thought about how this change will affect the environment and what people have said about it.