In 2023, Israel, the US government, and Lockheed Martin signed a deal for 25 additional F-35s, to eventually raise the number of aircraft to 75, which would mean a third squadron. In addition, over the course of the war, the IDF said it modified its F-35 aircraft to fire JDAM munitions from its wings, rather than its original design of dropping munitions from the aircraft's belly. Lockheed Martin Israel former CEO Joshua (Shiki) Shani has previously said, “We are proud to support the Israel Defense Forces in providing the F-35, and honored that the Israeli government has announced its intent to purchase additional F-35s.
Author: YONAH JEREMY BOB
Published at: 2026-01-18 20:39:44
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