Lockheed Martin and Pentagon agree to 10-year F-35 production plan for 850 jets
Most outlets reported the initial agreement between Lockheed Martin and the Pentagon to produce at least 850 F-35 fighter jets over 10 years, with some noting the annual production target of 156 aircraft. A few also mentioned Lockheed’s commitment to self-fund $7 billion in program support, while others highlighted the deal as underscoring Washington’s long-term commitment to the F-35. Framing varied slightly, with some emphasizing the financial aspects and others the strategic implications.
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Pentagon, Lockheed announce agreement for 850 F-35 jets
The Pentagon and Lockheed Martin on Thursday announced a 10-year agreement for the production of 850 F-35 warplanes, underscoring Washington's long-term commitment to the high-tech stealth aircraft.
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Lockheed, Pentagon strike initial deal to produce 850 F-35 jets
The defense contractor will self-fund at least $7 billion in initiatives that support the F-35 program, the department said in a statement.
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Lockheed, US Pentagon strike initial deal to produce 850 F-35 jets
Lockheed estimates the agreement will support 317,000 US jobs and generate nearly $79bn in annual economic activity over the next decade
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Lockheed, US Pentagon strike initial deal to produce 850 F-35 jets
Lockheed Martin has entered an initial production and sustainment agreement with the United States Department of Defence for at least 850 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets over the next 10 years, they said on Thursday. The defence contractor will self-fund at least $7 billion in initiatives that support the F-35 programme, the department said in a statement. The F-35, built with stealth technology...
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Lockheed Martin reaches initial agreement with Pentagon for at least 850 F-35s over 10 years
Lockheed Martin inks deal with the Pentagon for 850+ F-35 fighter jets over 10 years. Annual production targets 156 aircraft.
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