A giant F-35 deal for Riyadh raises fears of corruption and espionage
The planned sale of 48 F-35s to Saudi Arabia ($142 billion) is reviving fears of corruption and Chinese espionage via the RSAF. Summary A highly […]
F-35
Sale of 48 F-35s to Riyadh: a strategic turning point for the Middle East
The Saudi plan to purchase 48 F-35s for $142 billion upsets the regional balance and raises questions about US strategy in the Middle East. Summary […]
London buys nuclear F-35s… without knowing the final price
The United Kingdom wants nuclear F-35As for NATO, but London does not know how much they will cost or when they will be operational. The […]
How long can the F-35 fly without being connected and updated?
The F-35 depends on its global network to operate at full capacity. We examine its limitations without a connection and the challenges of technological sovereignty. […]
F-35 acceptance flights resume after engine fix
Lockheed Martin has resumed F-35 acceptance flights after fixing an engine vibration issue, paving the way for deliveries to resume and a return to normal. […]
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 […]
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 […]