The F-35 Lightning II has no kill switch — but Washington still retains enormous leverage over every foreign operator. The Joint Program Office and Lockheed Martin have both confirmed no hidden kill ...

An F-35 pilot successfully guided an MQ-20 drone through aerial exercises—although the condition of the F-35, including ...

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 ...

The F-35 Lightning II is a remarkable 5th-generation stealth fighter and one of the most advanced aircraft in the world. There are three models flown in the United States: The F-35A, F-35B, and F-35C.

Lockheed Martin’s long-delayed TR-3 upgrade for the F-35 fighter jet is nearly complete. It promises massive improvements in sensors, AI, and combat capability, making Block 4 a leap in battlefield ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Suciu covers trends in the world of aerospace and defense. To date, Lockheed Martin has delivered more than 1,200 F-35 ...

The F-35 Lightning II celebrated a historic milestone as the worldwide fleet has officially reached one million flight hours logged by 16 services with more than 1,100 aircraft. The F-35 Lightning II ...

An F-35A Lightning II takes off for a mission from Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, March 24, 2025. (Airman 1st Class Michael Sanders/U.S. Air Force) Lockheed Martin successfully tested the ability of ...

Engine One Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-400 afterburning turbofan (43,000 lbf) One Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-400 afterburning turbofan (43,000 lbf) with Rolls-Royce LiftSystem for STOVL capability One Pratt ...