• Lockheed Martin says it will not increase F-35 production beyond 156 units annually.
• The US Air Force wants to produce 100 F-35As by 2030.
• The Air Force must produce both F-35s and F-15EXs to meet 'acceptable' risk levels.
• Lockheed is working with customers to address capability, jobs, and economic concerns.

This stance may suggest Lockheed's confidence in its current production capacity and supply chain. However, the Air Force's request for increased production may indicate growing demand for the F-35, which could impact Lockheed's ability to meet customer needs. The company's focus on maintaining a steady production rate may also be a response to concerns about 'whipsaw supply' and the need to keep suppliers stable.