F-35

US approves potential $250 million fighter jet sale with Australia, says no impact on readiness

"It is vital to the US national interest to assist our ally in developing and maintaining a strong and ready self-defense capability," the statement said.

Carrier Air Wing 1 conducts routine flight operations from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman, February 1, 2025; illustrative.
US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan shake hands as they pose for a photo at a world leaders' summit in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, October 13, 2025

Trump hints at plan to help modernize Turkey's airforce, reviewing giving Erdogan F-35 fighter jets

An F-35 pilot prepares for take off from the Vermont Air National Guard Base with the flag of the United States, in South Burlington, Vermont, US, May 22, 2020

US reviewing F-35 fighter jets sale to Turkey as Trump pushes $700 million jet engine deal

An IAF F-35 participates in Operation Roaring Lion, March 5, 2026.

As US F-35 stealth fighters are struggling, do Israel's remain combat-ready?


Danger of US giving Saudis F35s: Golden opportunity for normalization slipping away? - analysis

The Trump administration might sell F-35s to Saudi Arabia without Riyadh agreeing to recognise Jerusalem, in a move that could shake up the Middle East.

A US Marine Corps F-35 takes off from the former Roosevelt Roads Naval Station airport in Ceiba, Puerto Rico, November 3, 2025.

Saudi Arabia's request to buy F-35 jets clears key Pentagon hurdle, sources say

Until now, Israel remains the only Middle Eastern country to operate F-35s, but Saudi Arabia is the largest customer for US arms sales.

A US Marine Corps F-35 taking off, November 3, 2025; illustrative.

Trump, Erdogan discuss Gaza war, lifting US sanctions on Turkey

Trump also said he could lift sanctions against Turkey "very soon," and that "if we have a good meeting, almost immediately."

US President Donald Trump welcomes Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House in Washington, D.C., US, September 25, 2025.

IAF eyes major overhaul of F-16s, used to strike Iran, to meet future combat needs

The decades-old F-16 "Barak" aircraft managed to strike in Iran without refueling, and added significant capacity to the Israel Air Force’s strike capability.

An Israeli F-16D; illustrative.

Israel used fighter jets to strike Qatar from the Red Sea - WSJ

The fighter jets used by the IAF included eight F-15s and four F-35s, with Israeli aircraft avoiding entering the airspace of surrounding Arab countries.

A CCTV footage shows explosion in Doha, Qatar, September 9, 2025 in this screen grab obtained from a social media video.

US deploying 10 fighter jets to Puerto Rico for drug cartel fight, sources say

Seven US warships and one nuclear-powered fast attack submarine are either in the region or expected to be there soon, carrying more than 4,500 sailors and Marines.

A F-35 jet lands on the runway of the USS Carl Vinson aircraft carrier during the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) military exercises about 100 miles south of Oahu, Hawaii, US July 19, 2024.

Trump administration considers buying stakes in defense giants after Intel deal

Following the acquisition of a 10% stake in Intel, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick hinted at an even bolder move: direct state ownership in companies like Lockheed, RTX, Boeing, and others.

A Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet performs during the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA on the opening day at Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany June 5, 2024

Spain shelves plans to buy F-35 fighter jets, El Pais reports

The government had earmarked 6.25 billion euros ($7.24 billion) in its 2023 budget to buy new fighter jets, El Pais said.

A Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet performs during the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA on the opening day at Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany June 5, 2024

F-35 fighter jet crashes in California, pilot ejects safely

No further details on the crash were provided. The cause of the crash is under investigation, the statement from NAS Lemoore said.

(illustrative) A Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jet performs during the International Aerospace Exhibition ILA on the opening day at Schoenefeld Airport in Berlin, Germany June 5, 2024.

Israel's defense industry eyes new partners for next-gen fighter jet by 2028

As European nations increasingly purchase US-made systems, Israeli companies may struggle to secure major contracts.

 Israel at War - Illustrative image of an Israeli F-35 fighter jet.