Dutch F-35 fighter receives kill mark after historic NATO drone shootdown in Polish airspace
A Dutch F-35 stealth fighter has been spotted with a fresh drone-shaped kill marking after shooting down multiple Russian drones that entered NATO airspace.
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Denmark strengthens NATO’s eastern flank with F-35 fighters and frigate after airspace breach
Denmark has deployed two F-35 fighter jets and the frigate Niels Juel to support NATO’s eastern flank following Russian violations of Polish airspace in September.
Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $24.3 billion deal to supply 296 F-35 fighters in Lots 18 and 19
The F-35 Joint Program Office and Lockheed Martin have finalised a deal for Lots 18 and 19, covering nearly 300 fighter jets at a total cost of $24.3 billion.
U.S. Marine Corps demonstrates F-35B Lightning II capabilities at Miramar Airshow in San Diego
A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II from Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 502 landed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar during America’s Air Show 2025 in San Diego on 26 September.
Trump claims Turkey’s return to F‑35 programme could be swift if he chooses to act
Donald Trump asserted during a White House meeting on 25 September with Turkish President Recep Erdoğan that lifting the long‑standing ban on Turkey’s participation in the F‑35 programme “could be done easily if I want.”
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United States approves $1.2 billion sale of AIM-120D-3 AMRAAM missiles for Germany’s F-35 fleet
The U.S. State Department has approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to Germany of AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) and related equipment, with an estimated value of $1.23 billion.
Belgian Ambassador Highlights F-35 training and operational interoperability at Luke Air Force Base
Belgian Ambassador to the United States, Frederic Bernard, and Belgian Brig. Gen. Bart Verbist, Defence Attaché, visited Luke Air Force Base on 15 September 2025 to observe the training of Belgian Airmen on the F-35A Lightning II.
Secure data sharing with allies critical for future air power dominance, says Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin officials emphasised the importance of secure data streams and information sharing with allies and partners in establishing air power during modern threats.
F-16 and F-35 fighter jet deals on agenda as President Erdogan meets President Trump in U.S.
Türkiye is preparing to finalise multi-billion dollar aircraft agreements with Boeing and Lockheed Martin during President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s White House meeting with President Donald Trump on 25 September.
Finnish Air Force begins F-35 maintenance training in United States as rollout nears
The first group of Finnish Air Force personnel has begun its initial training on the F-35 multi-role fighter at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida.
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Lockheed Martin CEO says U.S. government shows interest in ‘fifth-generation-plus’ F-35 fighter
Lockheed Martin has said the US government is showing interest in its proposed “fifth-generation-plus” version of the F-35, which would incorporate technology from the company’s failed sixth-generation fighter bid.
Singapore Defence Minister reaffirms plan for 20 F-35 fighter jets as first delivery set for 2026
Singapore’s Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to acquiring 20 F-35 fighter aircraft during a visit to Lockheed Martin’s production facility in Fort Worth, Texas.