Pentagon Accepts Delivery of New Fighter Jets Without Functional Radar Systems
The Pentagon is reportedly receiving new fighter jets that lack their primary radar systems due to significant production and supply chain issues. These multi-million dollar aircraft are being delivered in an incomplete, non-combat-ready state. The absence of this critical sensor renders the jets ineffective for their intended missions until a future retrofit can be performed. This situation raises serious concerns about military readiness, program costs, and contractor performance. Officials have not yet confirmed a timeline for when the jets will become fully operational.
Official Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/04/27/pentagon-fighter-jets-are-being-delivered-without-radar/
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