The Pentagon orders 148 F-35s ($12.5 billion) for $12.5 billion
A modified $12.5 billion contract finalizes batch 18 and launches batch 19 of the F-35s. Breakdown by variant, operational implications, and supply chain. Summary The […]
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Ottawa confirms progress on F-35 program despite US review of sales
Canada maintains its schedule for 88 F-35s despite US export review, with deliveries and budget unchanged. Summary The Canadian government has reaffirmed that the F-35A […]
The Czech Republic opts for 24 F-35s to strengthen its defense
Prague is investing in 24 F-35s to modernize its air fleet and strengthen its role within NATO in the face of threats to Eastern Europe. […]
The true availability rate of the F-35 and the legacy of ALIS
Actual availability of the F-35, time-on-target, and support costs. What changes do ALIS and ODIN bring? Figures, bottlenecks, and avenues for recovery. In summary The […]
How Italian F-35s intercepted a Russian An-124 using EOTS and DAS
Italian F-35s intercept a Russian An-124 over the Baltic Sea. Technical focus on the use of EOTS and DAS for identification. Two F-35As from the […]
Dutch F-35s in Poland to secure Eastern Europe
Three-month NATO mission in Poland: Dutch and Norwegian F-35s under SHAPE command, 24/7 QRA, and protection of the NSATU hub. The Dutch F-35s are deployed […]
The Czech Republic confirms the purchase of 24 F-35A fighter jets
Prague is modernizing its air force with the purchase of 24 F-35As, a major contract that transforms its defense and strategic role within NATO. The […]
Switzerland: government confirms F-35 budget overrun and questions purchase of aircraft
Bern faces a budget overrun of more than CHF 1 billion for 36 F-35A aircraft. With no fixed price, tensions with the US and renewed […]
Protectionist push calls F-35 orders into question
Faced with Donald Trump’s protectionist push, Spain has canceled its purchase, Switzerland is reevaluating despite the 39% tax, and India has suspended its acquisitions. The […]
Spain abandons the F-35 and injects €10 billion into European industry
Spain abandons the American F-35 in favor of the SCAF and Eurofighter, adopting a strategy of European military sovereignty. On August 6, 2025, Spain officially […]