Germany received its first of eight P-8As from the US on November 7, according to the defense ministry, four years from the time of the initial order. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius described the P-8 Poseidon as a major upgrade for the navy, highlighting its advanced sensors and weapons, easier maintenance supported by its Boeing 737 airframe, and the closer cooperation the plane will enable with other NATO allies. Germany's P-8As will be able to operate out of other alliance bases, such as Lossiemouth, a Royal Air Force base in Scotland, and contribute to broader NATO deterrence efforts against the threat of Russian submarine activity in the North Atlantic, as well as waterways like the North and Baltic seas.
Author: cpanella@businessinsider.com (Chris Panella)
Published at: 2025-11-10 21:45:13
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