UK F-35B fighters conduct NATO air policing from HMS Prince of Wales to protect Icelandic and Arctic airspace
The Lightning II stealth fighters are carrying out defensive patrols and standing ready to scramble to defend the High North.
Finland ranks among Europe’s largest buyers of US defence equipment as F-35 fighter purchase drives long-term procurement totals
Finland has spent more on defence purchases from the United States this decade than from any other country, according to data obtained by Yle from the Ministry of Defence and the Finnish Defence Forces.
Lockheed Martin Australia starts AUD$85.9 million Air Power Precinct to support IAMD and F-35 sustainment in Hunter region
Lockheed Martin Australia has marked the start of construction on a new AUD$85.9 million Air Power Precinct in the Hunter region.
UK F-35 jets conduct NATO air policing from HMS Prince of Wales in first for a European aircraft carrier
Britain’s Carrier Strike Group, led by HMS Prince of Wales, is operating under NATO command off Iceland to support the defence of Europe and the North Atlantic.
F-35 deliveries without APG-85 radars highlight technical delays in Block 4 modernization program
The United States has received a small number of new F-35 aircraft without their intended radars installed, highlighting a technical problem linked to the next phase of the fighter’s modernization.
UK Defence Investment Plan confirms new F-35 batch with first F-35As to strengthen RAF combat air capability
The commitment is part of the 2026 Defence Investment Plan, which sets out how the government will spend £298 billion on defence over the next four years.
UK Carrier Strike Group operates under NATO command to strengthen Arctic and High North posture through Arctic Sentry
The United Kingdom’s Carrier Strike Group, led by HMS Prince of Wales, is operating under NATO command as the Alliance strengthens its posture across the Arctic and High North.
Switzerland makes $617 million advance payment to United States for F-35A jets as wider defence purchases continue
Switzerland has paid an advance of CHF500 million, or $617 million, to the United States for the purchase of F-35A fighter jets.
U.S. B-2 Spirit stealth bombers join Australian F-35s in Diamond Storm exercise to sharpen Indo-Pacific air warfare training
Australia’s next generation of air warfare experts trained alongside U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit stealth bombers during Exercise Diamond Storm.
U.S. Marine Corps accepts six F-35Bs without radars as APG-85 delay is set to affect Air Force and Navy deliveries this year
The Marine Corps has accepted six F-35B jets with ballast instead of radars in their nose cones, while the Air Force and Navy are expected to do the same later this year.
115th Fighter Wing hosts German officer as exchange supports NATO ties ahead of Germany’s planned F-35A transition
The 115th Fighter Wing hosted a German Air Force officer from June 1 to 11 under the Military Reserve Exchange Program.
48th Fighter Wing proves F-35A combat reach across Europe during NATO’s Ramstein Flag 26 exercise
The 48th Fighter Wing concluded its participation in Exercise Ramstein Flag 26 on June 18 after demonstrating its ability to integrate with NATO partners and Allied air forces.