F-35 program costs soar past $2 trillion as performance falls short.

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Key points:

  • The F-35 fighter jet program’s lifetime cost is estimated to exceed $2 trillion, up from a 2018 estimate of $1.7 trillion.
  • Sustainment costs increased by 44% to $1.58 trillion over the program’s lifetime.
  • The Pentagon extended the projected life of the plane to 2088.
  • In 2023, the average F-35A was only mission capable about 52% of the time, falling short of the 90% target.
  • Engine design flaws causing overheating contribute to maintenance costs and hinder pilot training.
  • Efforts to fix engine issues have contributed to rising costs.
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Potential implication:

  • The F-35 program’s escalating costs and performance issues raise concerns about its effectiveness and value for taxpayers.

Source:

https://responsiblestatecraft.org/f35-cost/


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