The F-35 Fighter Needs a Critical Update. The Problem: It Will Be 5 Years Late
Kris Osborn
Key Points and Summary – A recent GAO report reveals the F-35’s critical Block 4 upgrade is now five years behind schedule and $6 billion over budget.
-This delay is more than a line item; it directly impacts combat capability by preventing the jet from using a new generation of crucial weapons.
-These include the long-range AIM-260 missile, designed to counter Chinese and Russian fighters, and the advanced all-weather Stormbreaker smart bomb.
-Without these vital upgrades, the F-35’s ability to maintain air superiority against peer adversaries is now at significant risk.
https://nationalsecurityjournal.org/the-f-35-fighter-needs-a-critical-update-the-problem-it-will-be-5-years-late/
