We late described the order by the Pentagon of the 18th production tranche (LRIP, besides referred to as Flight 18), F-35, which will guarantee the production of these machines by mid-2027. Out of 145 machines, more than 50% are expected to be assigned to the formations belonging to the United States Armed Forces. The National Interest claims that the acquisition is marked by preventive purchase. To defend American aviation from possible decisions by Donald Trump [and oligarchs from his cabinet](https://defence24.pl/industrial/exit-before-elon-new-contract-on-f-35).
