F-35 stealth components disappear after shipment is diverted to Hong Kong
Pentagon is trying to recover parts sent from Australia to the US for repairs, including a cockpit canopy containing sensitive technology
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F-35 program cost jumps US$51 billion as fighter prices rise again
After years of declining unit costs, the Pentagon projects higher real prices for all three F-35 variants while Block 4, engine and power upgrades add billions to the program
Pentagon pressures Canada over defense spending and F-35 review
US officials are frustrated with delays in Ottawa’s fighter acquisition process, said report
Pentagon awards Lockheed Martin $1.9 billion contract for C-130J training and maintenance
Ten-year IDIQ contract extends support for C-130J aircrew and maintenance training
Pentagon awards $2.3 billion contract to Boeing for the E-7A prototype
Funding comes as the U.S. Air Force continues to debate the future size of the Wedgetail fleet
Pentagon awards $8.6bn Boeing contract for 25 F-15IA fighters to Israel
Agreement follows US presidential meeting with Israeli prime minister and includes an option for 25 additional aircraft.
US Congress blocks Pentagon bid to cancel $724 million Boeing E-7 Wedgetail
Legislators preserve interim funding amid concerns over surveillance gaps and rising global threats
US Department of Defense highlights China’s advances in sixth-generation fighter and AEW&C capabilities
Annual Pentagon report details progress on Chinese military aircraft, including J-36, J-50, and KJ-3000 AEW&C models
Lockheed Martin secures $1.14bn contract modification for 198 F-35s
Pentagon funding covers materials for Lot 20 and 21 aircraft to support US services and allied partners
Trump considers F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia ahead of Crown Prince visit
Potential deal draws Israeli conditions, Pentagon concerns over technology transfer