Testing office says Lockheed Martin's TR-3 software faced stability issues and capability gaps during evaluation.
The Pentagon says F-35s received no new combat upgrades last year, and that attempts to replace old software have stalled.
F-35 TR-3 software upgrades stalled in testing, delaying new combat capability and raising cybersecurity concerns.
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New F-35 Lightening II Stealth Fighter Update Has ‘Chronic Stability Deficiencies’
The F-35 TR-3 crisis highlights a shift in 2026 military readiness: software is now the primary "failure point" rather than ...
Attempts to provide upgraded software for F-35 jets have “stagnated” and no new combat capability was delivered last year, ...
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F-35 software upgrades 'stagnated,' warns new report
F-35 manufacturer Lockheed Martin has failed to deliver regular upgrades for the aircraft—and its most recent upgrade package was implemented disastrously, according to an internal Pentagon report.
The F-35 will also serve as a test bed for technologies that will become commonplace in the next generation of jets. Flying in coordination with AI-enabled drones will become a staple of any ...
The Navy awarded Lockheed a $133 million contract modification to continue providing F-35 flight test support for U.S. military services.
In 2024, every single one of the 110 fighters delivered by Lockheed was delivered late. The F-35 Lightning II’s latest modernization package is now delayed by at least two years. According to a report ...
British forces have shot down drones across the Middle East over the past day as Iran continues to strike.
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