Germany places firm order for 35 F-35A, first delivery expected in 2026

The German parliament has given the green light for the acquisition of 35 F-35A fighters for a total of €10 billion. The first six aircraft are expected in 2026. The order was confirmed by both the Bundeswehr (the German military) and the US manufacturer Lockheed Martin. “At its meeting on December 14[, 2022], the budget committee of the German Bundestag approved the funds for the procurement of the stealth multipurpose combat aircraft,” the Bundeswehr announced in a statement.

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