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For $951 Million, the U.S. Authorized Additional AMRAAM Air-to-Air Missiles for the Royal Danish Air Force
The U.S. has authorized Denmark's Royal Air Force to purchase 236 advanced air-to-air missiles (AIM-120 AMRAAM) for its F-16 and future F-35 fleets for $951 million. This move supports Denmark’s plan ...
U.S. Marine Corps F-35s neutralize Venezuelan air force assets
U.S. Marine Corps F-35 fighter jets reportedly conducted precision strikes on Venezuelan air bases, targeting aircraft and long-range air defense systems such as S-300V....
F-35s Flew Only Half-Time in 2024 Amid Lockheed Maintenance Woes Reports Inspector General-U.S. DoD
According to an audit by the U.S. Department of Defense's Office of the Inspector General, F-35 fighter jets were operational only 50% of the time during fiscal year 2024. This was significantly below...
Russia Is Stealth Fighter ‘Surrounded’: NATO Will Soon Have 600 F-35 Jets in Moscow’s Backyard
Finland's acquisition of 66 F-35A aircraft contributes to a growing continental network across Europe, with NATO allies aiming for at least 600 F-35s by 2030. This deployment would significantly outnu...
President Erdogan: Turkey's return to F-35 is necessary for NATO security
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that the restoration of Turkey’s participation in the F-35 fighter jet program is essential for maintaining NATO security. The comment suggests a diplomat...
F-35 Breaks Delivery Record, Continues Combat Success In 2025
In 2025, Lockheed Martin delivered 191 F-35 Lightning II aircraft, exceeding the previous record of 142 jets. This marks a production rate five times faster than any other allied fighter, highlighting...
F-35 Deliveries Soared to New Record in 2025
Lockheed Martin announced that it delivered 191 F-35 fighter jets in 2025, achieving a new record and meeting its initial goal set for the year. This accomplishment helps address a backlog of stored a...
The U.S. Military’s F-35 Fighter Fleet Is Only 50 Percent ‘Mission-Capable’
A new Defense Department Inspector General report states that the mission capability rate of the U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps F-35 fighters is only around 50% for fiscal year 2024. This fall...
Allies cancel orders for F-35 as aircraft was unable to fly half of last year
Defence reports indicate that several allies have begun reconsidering their existing or planned orders for the F-35 fighter jets, following concerns over maintenance issues. According to data from 202...
Pentagon Acknowledges F-35 Stealth Fighter Jets Were Out of Service for Half the Year
The Pentagon has admitted that the multi-billion dollar F-35 stealth fighter jets were out of service for significant portions of 2021, reportedly due to maintenance and software issues. This revelati...
NG delivers 1,500th F-35 center fuselage
Northrop Grumman has achieved a milestone by delivering its 1,500th center fuselage for the F-35 Lightning II on January 12, completed at its Integrated Assembly Line in Palmdale, California. The comp...
Navy F-35 pilots train to wield drones with touchscreen tablets
F-35 pilots from the Navy are undergoing training to control autonomous unmanned systems equipped with AI technology. These drones can function as 'loyal wingmen' for the aviators, enhancing coordinat...
Lockheed Martin lauds achieving record F-35 delivery level in 2025
In 2025, Lockheed Martin set a new record for the F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter programme by delivering 191 aircraft....
Erdogan: Turkey's Transition from Eurofighter to F-35 Is Necessary for NATO Security
Turkish President Erdogan has stated that transitioning from the Eurofighter to the F-35 aircraft is necessary for ensuring NATO security. The statement underscores Turkey's strategic alignment and co...
President Erdogan: Turkey's receipt of F-35 fighter jets is important and necessary for NATO security
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that the acquisition of F-35 fighter jets by Turkey is crucial for enhancing NATO’s overall security. The statement underscores the strategic importance o...
Forget the J-20 or J-35A: The U.S. Air Force’s ‘Ferrari’ F-35 Fighter Is Coming
Lockheed Martin aims to upgrade the F-35 fighter jet into a 'fifth-generation-plus' aircraft by incorporating new technologies such as improved stealth coatings, enhanced sensors, and advanced weaponr...
Why Germany Is Doubling Down on the F-35 Stealth Fighter
Germany's commitment to acquiring the F-35 stealth fighter is driven by strategic realities within NATO, particularly its nuclear-sharing obligations and the need to replace aging Tornado aircraft wit...
Why F-35 Fighter Jet Has Become A Headache For America: Pentagon Audit Reveals Shocking Findings
A recent Pentagon audit report on the F-35 fighter jet presents several concerning findings that suggest deficiencies in the program, turning it into a significant issue for the U.S. military....
Lockheed Martin Delivers Record 191 F-35 Fighter Jets in 2025
In 2025, Lockheed Martin delivered a record of 191 F-35 fighter jets, contributing to the growing number of nearly 1,300 operational aircraft across 12 nations....
F-35 pilots hone tactics with USN collaborative combat aircraft in NAWCAD’s Joint Simulation Environment
The US Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) has made strides in the integration of F-35 Lightning II aircraft through a simulation environment. This development allows F-35 pilots to re...
U.S. Relies On French Factory To Keep F-35s, Tomahawks Flying
The United States depends on a factory in France to supply critical components for its advanced weaponry such as the F-35 fighter jets and Tomahawk missiles. This underscores the interdependence of NA...
F-35: USAF Fighter Flew Half-Year in 2024 Due to Maintenance Issues with Lockheed
The F-35 fighter jets operated by the US Air Force experienced significant maintenance issues from Lockheed Martin in 2024, limiting their operational availability to half the year. The problems appea...
UK expects 75th F-35 delivery by end of 2033
The UK Ministry of Defence announced that they expect to receive their 75th F-35 Lightning aircraft by the close of 2033....
Su-35 Flanker: Russia’s Best Fighter Has No Stealth Like the F-22 or F-35
The Su-35 Flanker is highlighted as a highly advanced derivative of the Su-27 Flanker, equipped with long-range capabilities, high payload capacity, extreme maneuverability, and advanced Irbis-E radar...
Lockheed still paid $1.7 billion despite poor readiness rate of F-35s
An audit has revealed that despite poor readiness rates of the F-35 fighter jets, the U.S. Department of Defense continued to pay aerospace company Lockheed Martin $1.7 billion up until July....