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Lockheed Martin and Pentagon agree initial production and sustainment deal for at least 850 F-35s over 10 years

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Lockheed Martin and the Department of Defense have reached an initial agreement covering production and sustainment of at least 850 F-35 Lightning II fighters over the next decade. The deal sets a long-term framework for the program’s manufacturing and support, though the articles provide no contract value or detailed delivery schedule.

Discovered 2026-10-22T04:04:23.001323-07:00 | 2026-10-22T04:04:23.001323-07:00

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  • The agreement sets a 10-year production and sustainment framework for at least 850 F-35s, linking new aircraft output with long-term support.
  • The articles do not disclose the deal’s value or delivery schedule, leaving key details about funding and production timing unspecified.

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