2 sources · first reported 14d ago
Germany's air force chief stated the need for a 'fifth-gen-plus' system by 2035, following the demise of the FCAS program. Germany is considering ordering more F-35 warplanes as an option.
The collapse of the FCAS program leaves Germany in need of a new fighter jet, and the F-35 is being considered as a potential solution. This decision has significant implications for the country's military capabilities and defense strategy.
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