The first fifth-generation F-35 fighter with Technology Refresh 3 (TR-3) hardware will roll off the assembly line next month, but it will go to the warehouse, because. deliveries will be suspended. Lockheed Martin has commented on the situation.
What is known
Lockheed Martin has published a small press release on its official website. The message contains less than 50 words. The statement said that the company is fully committed to the supply of fifth-generation fighters of the TR-3 level.
The manufacturer will continue to work with the F-35 Joint Program Office (JPO) to develop software while maintaining “the highest levels of safety and quality.” The statement also says that Lockheed Martin will continue to supply fifth-generation TR-2 fighter jets to customers.
It was assumed that the TR-3 upgrade would be ready by April of this year. Now the Pentagon plans to resume deliveries in April next year. At the same time, Lockheed Martin wants to solve problems with the TR-3 at the end of 2023.
Source: Lockheed Martin
2023-06-13 21:17:47
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