Inside The US' Potentially Controversial $24 Billion Deal To Sell F-35 Stealth Jets To Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia wants the F-35, but China's presence in the Kingdom could put sensitive US military technology and secrets at risk.

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Saudi Arabia's pursuit of the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II would significantly expand its already formidable airpower, giving the Kingdom access to advanced fifth-generation capabilities. The aircraft could strengthen the Royal Saudi Air Force's ability to counter regional threats while improving interoperability with its existing US-built fleet.
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- 47 words · 1 min read
- Published
- October 5, 2026
- Byline
- Christian P. Martin
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- Simple Flying