Lockheed Martin delivered a record number of F-35 stealth strike fighters last year.
The aerospace and defense conglomerate said 191 F-35s were delivered in 2025, surpassing the previous delivery record of 142 jets.
F-35 Breaks Delivery Record in 2025
Annual production now running five times faster than any other allied fighter.
Key Takeaways:
- Lockheed Martin delivered a record 191 F-35 stealth fighters in 2025, significantly increasing annual production to five times faster than any other allied fighter after previous delays.
- The F-35 program reached major milestones, including 1 million flight hours and a global fleet of nearly 1,300 aircraft, alongside expanding international presence with new deliveries and fleet expansions.
- The program finalized its largest production contracts (up to 296 F-35s for $24 billion) and highlighted the jets' combat effectiveness in suppressing Iranian air defenses and downing Russian drones.
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