The U.S. Air Force inducted its first F-35 Lightning II aircraft into the Euro-Mediterranean Airframe Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul, and Upgrade (MRO&U) facility in Cameri, Italy.
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Rheinmetall has announced the start of assembly work on equipment for the future production of centre fuselage sections for the F-35A Lightning II fighter jet.
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 533, known as the "Hawks," has launched a 20-day training detachment at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) Fort Worth.
German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has confirmed that Berlin remains fully committed to purchasing Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II multirole combat aircraft.
Lockheed Martin has addressed recent speculation suggesting that the United States could remotely control or disable F-35 fighter jets operated by allied nations.
The construction of assembly and maintenance facilities for F-35 fighter jet engines in Linnavuori, Nokia, is progressing on schedule.
Airbus employee representatives have called for Germany to take a leading role in military aircraft manufacturing, criticising the government's reliance on American defence systems.
Denmark’s Chief of Defence, Michael Hyldgaard, officially announced that from 1 April, the Royal Danish Air Force’s (RDAF) F-35A Lightning II fighter jets will begin assuming air policing duties.
Canada is reviewing potential alternatives to the American-made F-35 fighter jet, according to Defence Minister Bill Blair.
Portugal has decided against acquiring the Lockheed Martin F-35 stealth fighter, citing concerns over the unpredictability of U.S. policy and the current geopolitical situation.
Switzerland has reaffirmed its ability to operate the F-35A fighter jet independently, countering claims of external control or restrictions linked to US defence systems.
Stationed at Jacksonville, the 125th FW will play a crucial role in strengthening U.S. airpower along the southeastern coastline.
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