On December 20, 2024, the U.S. Department of Defense signed a contract with Lockheed Martin to produce and deliver 145 fifth-generation F-35 fighter jets. Valued at $11.76 billion, this agreement underscores the program’s continued role in modernizing U.S. military capabilities and strengthening allied defense partnerships. Read more.
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| The F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team performs at the Atlanta Airshow in Peachtree City, Georgia, on October 25, 2024 (Picture source: US DoD) |