Accepts Delivery of 52nd Fighter Jet For National Defense

Lockheed Martin announced the delivery of the final two F-35A stealth fighter jets to the Royal Norwegian Air Force, fulfilling Norway’s commitment under the F-35 partner nation program of record, the first to do so.

The advanced capabilities and improved interoperability of the F-35 enhance the ability of Norway to defend its sovereignty and participate with key allies across Europe, including its Nordic neighbors. The F-35 fleet promises to occupy a critical place in protecting the High North and supporting NATO missions across northern Europe.

Tore O. Sandvik, Norway’s Minister of Defense said, "The F-35 is the world's best fighter jet and I am very pleased that we will receive the last of the 52 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin that Norway has ordered. The aircraft ensure that we can safeguard Norwegian sovereignty and maintain even better control over our areas on land, at sea and in the air."

Chauncey McIntosh, Vice President and General Manager of the F-35 program at Lockheed Martin said, "Norway's F-35 fleet enhances interoperability across the Norwegian Armed Forces' defense systems, improving situational awareness of the entire force and strengthening transatlantic security.

“We are honored to build upon our more than 50-year partnership with Norway, ensuring the Royal Norwegian Air Force remains ahead of emerging threats to protect security for Norway and its allies for decades to come."

The F-35 ensures peace through strength as the foundation of air superiority for allied nations through its unmatched connectivity and ability to work in harmony with assets operating across land, sea, air, space and cyber.

With over a million flight hours and a global fleet of more than 1,150 aircraft and growing, the F-35 provides unrivaled capabilities, strengthening deterrence for allies around the world. F-35s operate from 48 bases worldwide, including 10 nations operating on home soil.

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