Romania approves historic purchase of 32 F-35 fighter jets from the U.S.
The first batch of F-35A jets is expected to be delivered to Romania by 2031, equipping the nation’s air force with next-generation multirole capabilities.
Production of Finland’s first F-35 fighter begins at Lockheed Martin’s factory in Fort Worth
Production of the Finnish Air Force's first F-35A fighter has officially started at Lockheed Martin’s factory in Fort Worth, Texas.
Finland to strengthen F-35 fleet with advanced AARGM-ER missile procurement
The Finnish Defence Forces will purchase AGM-88G Advanced Anti-Radiation Guided Missile-Extended Range (AARGM-ER) missiles manufactured by Northrop Grumman.
UK Commando Force Special Observers guide F-35 fighters on live bombing run
Commandos have guided F-35 stealth fighters on a live bombing run during a major exercise in the North Sea.
Norwegian Armed Forces to receive final F-35 fighter jets by May 2025
After a year-long pause in deliveries, the NDMA has announced that Norway expects to receive the remaining 12 F-35 fighter jets from its order of 52 by the end of May 2025.
Pratt & Whitney awarded USD 1.3 billion contract for F135 engine upgrade
Pratt & Whitney, a division of RTX, has secured a contract worth up to USD 1.3 billion to advance its F135 Engine Core Upgrade (ECU) project.
Terma and Northrop Grumman sign MOU on advanced defence technologies
Northrop Grumman and Danish technology company Terma have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further their collaboration on a range of advanced defence capabilities.
Netherlands Armed Forces officially retire F-16 fighter jets
The Netherlands Ministry of Defence has officially retired its fleet of F-16 fighter jets after over 45 years of service.
Dutch F-35 fighter jets achieve Full Operational Capability
The Royal Netherlands Air Force’s fleet of F-35 fighter jets has officially reached Full Operational Capability (FOC), marking a major milestone in the modernisation of the Dutch military.
Italy plans to purchase additional F-35 fighters and M-346 training jets
In a significant development for Italy’s military, the country’s fleet of aircraft is set to grow substantially between 2024 and 2026.
U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II makes historic first on highway in Finland
Two U.S. Air Force F-35 Lightning II aircraft executed a historic, austere landing on a pre-designated highway in Finland during exercise BAANA 2024.
Romania moves closer to USD 6.5 billion deal for F-35 fighter jets
Romania's process of acquiring 32 F-35 fighter jets continues to progress as the country's Ministry of National Defence has formally requested the necessary funds to finalise the deal.