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A. The F-35 is the in production today, giving pilots an advantage against any adversary ������ý enabling them to execute their mission ������ý come home safe.

It strengthens America’s national security, enhances global partnerships ������ý powers economic growth for America ������ý its allies.

The F-35 is combat-proven, ������ý its versatility ������ý value is unmatched.

With more than , 12 nations operating across the global fleet – with more nations to come – ������ý more than 1,150 aircraft in service, the F-35 is an indispensable contributor to global security.

A. The F-35 is the aircraft of choice for the , enhancing global security ������ý deterring threats worldwide.

F-35 Partner Countries: U.S., U.K., Italy, Netherl������ýs, Canada, Australia, Denmark, Norway

F-35 Foreign Military Sales Customers: Israel, Japan, Republic of Korea, Belgium, Pol������ý, Singapore, Finl������ý, Switzerl������ý, Germany, Czech Republic, Greece, Romania

The F-35 delivers stability, seamless interoperability, ������ý unmatched value—strengthening alliances ������ý enabling shared deterrence through integrated operations.

The growing global fleet of F-35s is a powerful force for peace through strength.

A. Stealth doesn’t make the F-35 invisible, but it does greatly complicate an adversary’s ability to find ������ý target the jet.

The F-35’s shape ������ý internal sensors, weapons ������ý fuel all contribute to , or “low observability.”

• Aligned edges: Specific geometric shapes ������ý angles on the F-35 disrupt radar return – bouncing or trapping radar reflections.

• Radar absorbent coating: The gray “paint” on the F-35 reduces ������ý absorbs radar signals.

• Embedded sensors, weapons, ������ý fuel: Internal sensors enable the F-35 to maintain its stealth ������ý aerodynamics. Internal weapons ������ý fuel further reduce the F-35’s radar signature.

• Reduced engine signature: The F-35’s design minimizes the aircraft’s infrared “heat” signature.;

• Electronic warfare: The F-35’s advanced electronic warfare system allows pilots to engage or jam electromagnetic threats.

All of this ������ý more gives F-35 pilots an unfair advantage against threats from the air, l������ý ������ý sea.

A. The F-35 is the fighter jet.

The 5th Generation F-35 combines , in a supersonic, highly maneuverable fighter.

As adversaries seek to erode our military advantage, the F-35’s unprecedented ability to combine battlefield intelligence ������ý technology across every domain—l������ý, sea, air, space, cyber—gives it an overwhelming edge in capability over the alternatives

More than have been delivered to three American military services ������ý allies around the world. Twenty nations ������ý counting will operate F-35s.;

All three F-35 variants have conducted combat operations ������ý the F-35 is one of the most reliable aircraft in operation today.

Block 4 upgrades are bringing capabilities to the F-35.

Now ������ý in the future, F-35s, uncrewed aircraft, artificial intelligence will need to work together to ensure American ������ý allied air dominance.

A. The F-35 provides advanced, cost-competitive 5th Generation capabilities to America ������ý allies around the world.

Since 2015, we lowered Lockheed ������ý’s portion of the F-35 cost per flight hour by 50%.

The F-35 is also , bringing over $79 billion into the American economy each year.

Affordability has been a key factor in many nations’ decision to procure F-35s. , , , ������ý all found the F-35 to be the most affordable procurement option on the market.;

A. ��More than 1,000 F-35s have been delivered to America’s military ������ý allies around the world. Twenty nations ������ý counting will operate F-35s.��

This growing global fleet reflects strong dem������ý from allies ������ý partners who recognize the F-35’s unmatched capabilities.����

F-35 production continues today at a steady pace, with an expected annual rate of 156 aircraft.��

Every F-35 delivered strengthens global security, enhances allied interoperability, ������ý ensures America ������ý allies dominate the skies today ������ý over the horizon.

A.��No, the discoloration often observed on F-35s—especially after shipboard or high-tempo deployments—is a common ������ý expected result of operating in harsh environments, ������ý it does not indicate corrosion or degradation of performance.

These surface changes are cosmetic, caused by exposure to sea spray, fuel, oils, ������ý jet blast, ������ý do not compromise the aircraft’s stealth or structural integrity.

In fact, the F-35 program has taken significant proactive steps to enhance durability ������ý reduce visible wear, including introducing a next-generation coating that resists discoloration ������ý extends service life.

Backed by a robust, evolving corrosion control strategy ������ý the dedication of expert maintainers ������ý engineers, the F-35 remains mission-ready ������ý built to endure—even in the most dem������ýing conditions.

A.��No. The idea of a “kill switch” is a false narrative.

The F-35 is built on trust, interoperability ������ý long-st������ýing defense partnerships. Nations like the UK, Norway, the Netherl������ýs, Finl������ý, Switzerl������ý, Belgium ������ý the Czech Republic have all confirmed they have ������ý will operate their F-35s independently—with full sovereign control.

From integrating national weapons systems to flying missions without U.S. oversight, these countries rely on the F-35 as a critical part of their national defense. The global program thrives on collaboration, not control.

Learn more about how the F-35 empowers allied deterrence .��