Latest "F-35-Joint-Strike-Fighter" stories

F-35 undergoes first test flight with TR-3 hardware, software upgrades

The Technology Refresh 3 upgrades will lay the groundwork for a major modernization effort known as Block 4.

By Stephen Losey

4 weeks ago

F-35 deliveries halted after Texas mishap; new contract finalized

The halt in acceptance flights and deliveries following the mishap meant Lockheed Martin delivered fewer F-35s than required in 2022.

By Stephen Losey

6 weeks ago

Advanced engine industrial base at risk of ‘collapse,’ Air Force says

The head of the Air Force's propulsion directorate is concerned cancellation of AETP would weaken the advanced engine industrial base.

By Courtney Albon

6 months ago

Air Force grounds F-35As as ejection seat issue threatens fighter jets worldwide

Air Combat Command aims to finish checking its F-35As for faulty ejection seats by mid-October.

By Rachel S. Cohen

6 months ago

Biden’s Ukraine aid package is getting super-sized by Congress

Lawmakers unveiled a $13.6 billion Ukraine aid package on Wednesday that took President Joe Biden’s request for weapons and training for Ukrainian forces and put it on steroids.

11 months ago

How many F-35s does the Air Force need?

A new tactical aircraft study underway could make certain what has until now been a suspicion: The U.S. Air Force is unlikely to purchase all of the 1,763 F-35A jets in its program of record.

By Valerie Insinna

17 months ago