American company Lockheed Martin has reached the production rate of the fifth-generation F-35 fighter jet, delivering 20 aircraft per month, which should help eliminate the backlog in production caused by a year-long break. Acceptance of the aircraft was stopped in the summer of 2023 due to flaws in the software of the Tech Refresh 3 (TR-3) complex, which did not pass all the required tests. In July 2024, the US government resumed acceptance of the F-35, which allowed the company to step up deliveries and begin shipping previously produced aircraft that were in storage.

Lockheed Martin delivered 2024 F-990s to customers through mid-35, and that number increased to 1040 from July through the end of September. In October, the number of fighters delivered exceeded 1060 units. According to the company, more than 60 aircraft were shipped in just three and a half months. By the end of 2024, Lockheed Martin plans to increase the number of F-35s delivered to 90-110, which requires monthly deliveries of 15 to 23 aircraft.

Lockheed Martin is expected to reach a F-2025 delivery level of 35 aircraft in 156, a significant increase over previous levels.

As production rates increase, Lockheed Martin continues to work on fighter software upgrades to address identified deficiencies in the TR-3 suite and meet military standards.

The F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation multirole fighter jet developed by the American company Lockheed Martin. It features stealth technology, high maneuverability, and advanced sensor systems, making it effective in a wide range of missions, from air combat and ground strikes to reconnaissance. The F-35 is available in three variants: the F-35A for the conventional Air Force, the F-35B vertical takeoff and landing for the Marine Corps, and the F-35C for the Navy. The aircraft is actively used by the United States and allied countries, providing high-tech support and a strategic advantage on the battlefield.