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09/23/2025
I talked with Tom Webster of Textron Aviation Defense on July 15, 2025 about the legacy of combat pilot training and the reshaping of that approach to embrace the fifth generation and multi-domain combat pilots needed for the high-end fight. This article deals with the first part of our conversation which focused on the legacy approach and the demands that are driving the need for change. The second part focuses on the key building blocks…
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The Why for the Norwegian F-35 Decision: The Arctic Dimension

06/15/2012The Arctic security challenge is certainly part of the reasons for a Norwegian F-35 decision. Read more »

Konigsberg and the F-35

06/15/2012Norway and USA have agreed to collaborate on integration of Joint Strike Missile (JSM) on F-35. This opens great opportunities for KONGSBERG and other Norwegian industry. Today Defence… Read more »

Japan to Purchase First 4 F-35As, June 2012

06/15/2012Parliamentary Senior Vice-Minister of Defense, Shu Watanabe, revealed at the House of Representatives Security Council that Japan and the U.S. would seal a contract to purchase first four… Read more »

MCAS Yuma Invests Almost $400M Prior to Arrival of F-35 Squadrons

06/12/2012By Joyce Lobeck for the Yuma Sun Marine Corps Air Station Yuma is bustling with activity as it prepares for the November or December arrival of the first… Read more »

Enabling the Global F-35 Fleet: Shaping a Common Logistical Approach

06/08/2012Building a 21st century fighter from the ground up with Unique Item Identification built in. Read more »

Heritage Event on F-35 and Allies

06/08/2012On June 7, 2012, one day after the D-Day remembrance, Heritage Foundation held an event on the F-35 and allies. The focus of the meeting was identified as… Read more »

The Aussie Air Chief on the Strategic Need for the F-35

06/07/2012Air Chief Wants Major Military Spend By David Ellery The Sydney Morning Herald http://www.smh.com.au/national/air-force-chief-wants-major-military-spend-20120606-1zvy6.html Excerpts: A hawkish Chief of Air Force, Air Marshal Geoff Brown, has called for… Read more »

The Impact of the F-35B: Strategic Deterrence with Tactical Flexibility

05/27/2012The strategic deterrence, with tactical flexibility, of the F-35B is in the recovery part of an air campaign when they return from a combat mission. Read more »