The striking differences pilots notice between the F-35 Lightning II & F-22 Raptor

Explore how F-22 vs F-35 cockpit design, helmet tech & VTOL shape radically different pilot experiences in modern stealth ...

7 design choices that explain why the F-22 & F-35 handle nothing alike in a dogfight

The F-22 excels in raw agility, while the F-35 favors a different approach. Here's why they handle so differently.

There Have Been More Than A Dozen F-35 Lightning II Crashes To Date

Although another F-35 Lightning II crashed during a training flight on Friday, the fifth-generation aircraft is noted for having fewer mishaps than many other warplanes ...
The National Interest

Is the F-35 Lightning II a Good Ground Attack Aircraft?

The F-35’s multirole design prevents it from excelling at close air support—yet the fighter jet is well-suited to missions in contested airspace, which competitors like the A-10 Warthog are not.
The Florida Times-Union

Rep. Rutherford: The F-35 Lightning II is more than a plane

The F-35 Lightning II fighter jet is described as a cornerstone of U.S. air dominance and national security. The F-35 program has a significant economic impact in Florida, supporting over 30,000 jobs.
SlashGear

First F-35A Lightning II Joins Finland's Fighter Jet Fleet

The Lockheed-Martin F-35 Lightning II is widely thought to be one of the most advanced fighter jets currently in existence. Across its three main variants — the F-35A, the F-35B, and the F-35C (U.S ...
The National Interest

The F-35 Block 4 Fighter Will Be Delayed By At Least 2 Years

In 2024, every single one of the 110 fighters delivered by Lockheed was delivered late. The F-35 Lightning II’s latest modernization package is now delayed by at least two years. According to a report ...
The Aviationist

Multiyear Contracts Proposed for F-15EX and F-35 in Draft 2027 NDAA

Lawmakers are introducing provisions to authorize multiyear contracts to buy the F-15EX Eagle II and the F-35 Lightning II, allowing cost savings and shorter delivery timelines. The draft 2027 ...
The Aviationist

F-35 Tested with AI-Enhanced Combat Identification Capability

The F-35 has been tested with a new artificial intelligence-enhanced Combat Identification capability to help pilots quickly identify unknown emitters detected by its sensors. Lockheed Martin has ...
Forbes

Pentagon Barred Release Of Watchdog’s F-35 Report To The Public

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. The F-35 Lightning II, the most successful fifth-generation ...

The Catch Of Buying An F-35: You Still Need Lockheed Martin To Keep It Stealthy

The fine print at the bottom of the advanced fighter jet.
SlashGear

What's The Average Lifespan Of The F-35 Fighter Jet?

Military vehicles and equipment are built to last, and designed to withstand extreme environments in both peacetime and wartime. The same is true for fighter jets like the F-35, which often need to ...