What Happened
10-Year Framework Aims To Boost Production Efficiency And Readiness
The US Department of War and Lockheed Martin have announced a framework agreement for the multiyear production and sustainment of the F-35 Lightning II fighter aircraft. The proposed arrangement includes 850 aircraft for the United States over 10 years, along with initial spare parts, modification kits, and sustainment support. The framework aims to provide greater certainty for aircraft procurement, industrial investment, and supply chain planning. According to Lockheed Martin, the proposed arrangement could generate savings of billions of dollars over the F-35 program’s lifecycle. The announcement was made by Lockheed Martin and reported by Unknown Source.