In October 2018, Belgium opted to purchase the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II to replace its fleet of 54 F-16 Fighting Falcon jets, which were set to be phased out between 2023 and 2028. Initially, the plan was to deliver four F-35s per year from 2023 to 2030.
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With the Belgian government's selection of the F-35A, Belgium becomes the 13th nation to join the F-35 program of record.
Dec 10, 2023 · Belgium's program of record calls for 34 F-35As. The first aircraft, designated AY-01, will be delivered to the Belgian Air Force next year and ...
Dec 11, 2023 · Belgium selected the F-35A as its Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon replacement in October 2018. As noted by Janes World Air Forces, the ...
Nov 30, 2023 · Story by: Belgian Defence. The Belgian F-35 Conversion Unit settled at its new base, Luke Air Force Base, at the end of July.
May 19, 2024 · The Belgian Air Force's first F-35 fighters are now undergoing engine and flight testing at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. According to The ...
Feb 10, 2024 · Belgium's first F-35A fighter jets from US firm Lockheed Martin will arrive this year but with an expected slight delay.
This proposed sale of F-35s will provide Belgium with a credible defense capability to deter aggression in the region and ensure interoperability with U.S. ...
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Posted: Dec 14, 2023
Posted: Dec 14, 2023