The UK formally announced its intention to acquire the F-35B Lightning in 2006. For many years, the country’s JSF programme was known as Joint Combat Aircraft (JCA), which remained F …

Nov 16, 2024 · “The Prime Contractor of the F-35, Lockheed Martin, has confirmed its intention to deliver the 48 UK aircraft ordered so far (Tranche 1) by the end of 2025.” The F-35 aircraft are …

The UK’s 35th F-35 arrived in the UK in March 2024, the same month that ‘Dambusters’ F-35B’s took part in Steadfast Defender - NATO’s largest exercise since the Cold War – demonstrating …

Responding on 29th October 2024, Defence Minister Lord Coaker confirmed the anticipated number, stating, “It is anticipated that the UK will have 41 F-35Bs on inventory by May 2025.” …

Mar 30, 2024 · Updates on the UK's F-35 Lightning Force, highlighting operational advancements and budget ringfencing for 74 jets.

Oct 15, 2024 · The UK is expected to receive another batch of three F-35B Lightning II stealth fighters before the end of 2024, as the programme moves towards the 50% delivery mark for …

Known simply as the ‘Lightning’ in British service, the F-35 model is the short take off/vertical landing (STOVL) variant of the fighter jet that is designed to operate from short-field bases and …

Sep 13, 2022 · UK’s F-35 Jets to Reach Full Operational Capability by 2025. The UK’s expected full operating capability (FOC) date for the initial two squadrons of F-35B Lightning II stealth …

Aug 11, 2024 · In US service, the F-35 is known as the Lightning II, following on from the Second World War-era Lockheed P-38 Lightning, while in UK service it's just called the Lightning. …

Jul 29, 2024 · The UK has purchased 48 F-35Bs (the F-35 comes in three variants - the F-35A, F-35B, and F-35C). Of these, 35 have been delivered (one was lost in an accident), and the last …