Lockheed Martin Announces 10-Year F-35 Production Framework
The framework covers 850 U.S. aircraft over 10 years, plus spares and modifications, and maintains production at 156 jets per year. It requires multiyear authority and appropriations before contracts are finalized.
Lockheed Martin said it reached a framework with the Department of War covering multiyear production and sustainment of F—35 aircraft. The plan covers 850 U.S. aircraft over 10 years, along with spares and modifications, and maintains a production rate of 156 jets per year. The framework remains subject to multiyear authority and appropriations before contracts can be finalized.