UK's F-35 fleet can only perform its required missions one third of the time, report reveals

UK F-35 fleet poorly supported, can't use vital weapons

: Stealth jets can't fight, can't fly much, and can't shoot UK missiles, says NAO

UK's F-35 Jet Program Cost Swelling To 71 Billion Pound: Auditor

The UK's plan to significantly expand its fleet of fighter jets is poised to cost 71 Billion pounds ($96.2 billion) over the next four decades, more than triple the original estimates, according to a report by Britain's spending watchdog.

NAO report confirms UK F-35 fleet under-staffed and under-armed - Navy Lookout

The UK’s investment in the F-35 Lightning II fleet represents the most advanced combat air capability ever fielded by the Royal Navy or RAF. In a report published by the National Audit Office today, it is clear, this formidable aircraft risks being undermined by the chronic lack of people and under-delivery of the infrastructure, weapons, […] The post NAO report confirms UK F-35 fleet under-staffed and under-armed first appeared on Navy Lookout.

'Disappointing return' on £11bn RAF jet 'due to MoD failings', watchdog says

A RAF jet the UK Government has splashed £11 billion has produced a “disappointing return” due to “failing of the MoD”, a watchdog has said.

Capability of RAF's F-35 jets a 'disappointing return' on £11bn cost, report says

Spending watchdog highlights 'major personnel shortages' for advanced warplane and 'serious gaps' in engineering roles

UK's F-35 fleet can only perform its required missions one third of the time, report reveals

The poor performance rate is despite Britain's expectations from its 37 stealth aircraft being "significantly" lower than a global target for all F-35B planes, according to the National Audit Office.