EPISODE · Jun 13, 2026 · 8 MIN
F-35 Readiness Rates Plunge to 25%, Costs Skyrocket to $1.6 Trillion
The F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter's readiness rates have significantly declined, with the full mission capable rate dropping to 25% by fiscal 2025. This decline is attributed to software delays, parts shortages, and corrosion problems. The GAO report highlights the need for a $13.7 billion investment to improve readiness by 2030, but risks such as parts shortages and rising costs threaten the success of the Global Support Solution Reset initiative.
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