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Final Marine Harrier pilots finish training, set to join last squadron
Both pilots will report to Marine Attack Squadron 223, also known as “the Bulldogs.”
By Zamone Perez
Passenger absolved of in-flight bomb hoax that prompted F-18 response
The passenger, then 18, alleged the bomb threat was a joke.
By Sarah Sicard
Upgraded F-35 deliveries slipping to fall 2024, Lockheed says
If the F-35 upgrades known as Technology Refresh 3 aren't ready for deliveries to resume in the third quarter, Lockheed said it may slow down production.
Misplaced flashlight in F-35 engine results in $4 million in damage
A handheld flashlight was sucked into the F-35's inlet engine during a maintenance ground run.
By Sarah Sicard
New in 2024: F-35 program eyes key upgrade, delivery restart
The delays could have a cascading effect that hurts the Air Force’s ability to manage its units worldwide.
F-35 engine upgrade money could run out in months if budget not passed
The Pentagon has also paused negotiations on a performance-based logistics contract for the F-35 after cost and performance estimates underwhelmed.
US quickly updated Israeli F-35s after Hamas attack, officials say
Rep. Rob Wittman, R-Va., said the F-35 program has moved at "breakneck speed" to get capabilities and spare parts to Israel's fighter jets.
Newest F-35s stalled by slow production of key parts
“The hardware is good,” Lt. Gen. Michael Schmidt said. “It’s the rate at which they’re producing them to meet our production and retrofit needs."
Upgraded F-35s fly with partial software as DOD hunts for delivery fix
The first TR-3 F-35's initial checkout flight comes as the Joint Program Office hunts for a way to accelerate deliveries, perhaps using interim software.
US launches airstrike on Syria site linked to Iranian-backed militants
This is the second time in less than two weeks that the U.S. has bombed facilities linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press