Australia Currently Has A Fleet Of 33 F-35As
Initial Operational Capability (IOC) has been claimed for Australia's F-35As, making Australia the seventh country to declare IOC for its F-35 fleet. "This IOC ushers in a new era of Australian air power that gives the RAAF transformational and game-changing capabilities," said Joe North, Lockheed Martin Australia chief executive. "As the Original Equipment Manufacturer and lead industry sustainment partner for Australia's F-35A fleet, Lockheed Martin congratulates the RAAF on achieving this milestone, and we stand ready to support the fleet with our industry partners."