US EditionThe Future Fleet of the Belgian F-35 Could Increase From 34 to 55 Aircraft
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The Belgian government plans to strengthen its military fleet, with the purchase of 21 new combat aircraft, in the wake of debates on American dependence.
For Belgian Defence, the combat aircraft must become the cornerstone of its offensive capabilities. ...
With only thirty-four F-35A fighter-bombers ordered from the American manufacturer Lockheed Martin in 2018 for a total of €3.8 billion, it was suspected that the Belgian Air Force would not have enough aircraft to fulfill its operational contract and meet NATO's demands. Hence the stated desire of Theo Francken, the... This article Belgium plans to increase the size of its F-35A fighter-bomber fleet by more than 50% appeared first on Zone Milita…
In Belgium the press previewed the news of a substantial plan to strengthen the Armed Forces of Brussels that, if implemented in its entirety, would come out strongly strengthened. The investment plan previews the multi-annual allocation of approximately 36 billion euros. In the program would include the purchase of additional F-35A, other MQ-9B SkyGuardian, NASAMS air defense batteries and a further ASW frigate. New F-35A In particular would be…
21:53 In addition to the 34 F-35s ordered, Defense Minister Theo Francken wants to buy another 21 fighter jets from Lockheed Martin. This is evident from his strategic note for the army, which was presented within the re...
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