Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 15066

F-35 Aircraft: Procurement

Tabled: 1 July 2026

Answered: 9 July 2026

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Question

Ben Obese-Jecty

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the Defence Investment Plan, published on 30 June 2026, paragraph 28, how many F-35A jets will be purchased; and by when will the decision be taken.

Answer

Luke Pollard

As previously announced, twelve F-35A will be ordered. The exact delivery profile of F-35 aircraft is subject to negotiation between the UK and multi-national Joint Program Office, but the UK hopes to start taking delivery of the next batch of F-35 aircra...

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