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F-35 TR-3 (Delivery Pause)

Lockheed Martin · USA

In July 2023, the Pentagon stopped accepting new F-35s because the "Technology Refresh 3" (TR-3) software was not yet stable. TR-3 is the critical digital foundation for the upcoming Block 4 upgrade, which includes better electronic warfare and sensor capabilities.

Technical Specifications
First Flight 2023
Max Speed 1,931 km/h (Mach 1.6)
Range 2,200 km
Ceiling 15,240 m
Engines 1x Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100 afterburning turbofan
Armament & Payload

Standard F-35 armament.