Latest "F-35-Joint-Strike-Fighter" stories

GAO blasts contractor-led F-35 maintenance as costly, slow

Without key technical data from F-35 manufacturer Lockheed Martin, GAO said military maintainers can't fix some parts — or even learn how to fix them.

By Stephen Losey

2 days ago

Upgraded F-35 deliveries could slip to June 2024

The F-35 Joint Program Office says the upgraded jet is showing software troubles in flight tests, prompting it to push the schedule back.

By Stephen Losey

3 weeks ago

Pentagon to halt upgraded F-35 deliveries in July amid software woes

This will be the F-35's third delivery halt in less than a year, and dozens of newly-constructed aircraft could be affected.

By Stephen Losey

3 months ago

Auditors: Over 1 million F-35 spare parts lost by DoD and Lockheed

GAO said some defense officials believe the true amount of lost spare parts may be even higher.

By Stephen Losey

4 months ago

Pentagon orders engine vibration fix for entire F-35 fleet worldwide

Pratt & Whitney says all new F135 engines it is now delivering come with the vibration fix already installed.

By Stephen Losey

7 months ago

Pentagon approves F-35 engine deliveries after vibration fix

The affected F-35s could be back in the air in one to two weeks.

By Stephen Losey

7 months ago