The F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II represent two contrasting philosophies in modern airpower: air superiority versus ...

Examining a paradigm shift in air warfare.

While Air Force F-35A and Navy F-35C fighters by Lockheed Martin were in the U.S. strike package against Venezuela on Jan. 3, a December Pentagon Inspector General (IG) report highlighted continuing ...

There is something quietly revealing about a number like 38. On paper, the Pentagon’s request for 38 Lockheed Martin F-35 ...

The inspector general’s report criticized Lockheed Martin’s systemic inability to meet contract requirements, as well as the F-35’s dismal readiness rate. “Audit of the DoD’s Oversight of Contractor ...

U.S. F-35 fighter jets were mission-ready only about half the time last year, falling well short of required performance levels, according to a report released by the Pentagon’s inspector general. The ...

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.

While the F-35 now outperforms F-22 as a balanced advanced fighter, the F-22 still wins in its air dominance role and some flying characteristics.