See the US Air Force's 'Franken-bird' F-35 made from wrecked stealth fighters take its first flight
Restoring the salvaged 'Franken-bird' F-35A Lightning fighter jet cost an estimated $6 million, a fraction of the $80 million price tag for a new jet.
How F-35 fighter jets could boost Indian Air Force's stealth capabilities
The induction of F-35s would make India a member of an elite club of countries with the state-of-the-art stealth planes in their fleets.
Russia's Su-57 Vs America's F-35: Which stealth jet is better for India?
The Indian Air Force primarily operates Russian aircraft like the Su-30MKI, and adding the Su-57 would extend this partnership. However, the US F-35 offer gives India a chance to diversify its defense acquisitions and adopt advanced Western technology.
Trump offers F-35 to India: Beyond proposal, will India buy these fighter jets?
Despite its unmatched technological advantages, the F-35 comes with a hefty price tag. The shell price of F-35 is approximately $80 million per aircraft. Then the price goes up with customer’s request for specific weapons on board including missiles,
Can the F-35 Revolutionize the Indian Air Force? US Offers Stealth Fighters to India
The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II, one of the world’s most advanced multi-role fighters, would significantly boost India’s air combat capabilities, particularly against China’s J-20 stealth fighter and Pakistan’s expanding fleet.
Trump pledges F-35 fighter jets amid strengthening US-India trade ties
During the official visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Washington, D.C., from2–13, 2025, US President Donald Trump pledged to provide India with Lockheed Martin F-35 fifth-generation fighter jets.
India to receive billions in US weapons, including F-35 stealth jets: Trump
India’s Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump agreed on a security agenda that will also address ‘terrorism’.
Trump Offers India F-35 Jets in Push for More Defense Deals
President Donald Trump said the US would offer the F-35 warplane to India as part of a bigger commitment to deepen defense ties.
Trump says US to increase military sales to India, eventually provide F-35 jets
The United States will increase military sales to India starting in 2025 and will eventually provide F-35 fighter jets, U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday. "We'll be increasing military sales to India by many billions of dollars.
Trump Announces Plan to Equip India with F-35 Stealth Fighters
The advanced fighter jet is a major asset for India, which has strengthened defense ties with the U.S. in recent years.
US to Provide India F-35 Stealth Fighters: Trump in Presser with PM Modi | Asianet Newsable
During a joint presser with PM Modi, US President Donald Trump announced possibility of F-35 stealth fighter deal with India. US Air Force's F-35 fifth generation fighter aircraft recently participated at the Aero India air show in Bengaluru.
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The U.S. Air Force’s F-35 “Franken-Bird” Is Ready To Fly
A brand-new F-35 costs about $80 million. The Franken-bird project, however, will cost U.S. taxpayers just $6 million—less ...
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Air Force Successfully Releases Laser-Guided Bombs From F-35
Read about the Air Force’s efforts to improve the F-35’s air-to-surface strike capabilities using the GBU-54 Laser Joint ...
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US Air Force uses damaged aircraft to restore F-35 to combat-ready status
Franken-bird”: The US Air Force has used sections from two damaged aircraft to restore an F-35 to combat-ready status.
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Belgium Is Buying More F-35s to Beef Up Its Air Force
In addition to procuring more F-35 Joint Strike Fighters, Belgium will acquire A400M freighters, a helicopter fleet, and armed drones. In light of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, NATO members have ...