‘Bye, Bro’: British Fighter Jet, Stranded in India, Finally Leaves for Home

A British F-35B took flight weeks after it was grounded with a mechanical hitch. Some locals who had embraced the jet were sad to see it go.

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Europe’s Dilemma: Build a Military Industry or Keep Relying on the U.S.

Europeans have agreed to pay more for arms and want to spend it at home. But can its manufacturers rush to compete with dominant U.S. firms?

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UK F-35B Jet Takes Unplanned Vacation in India, Is Embraced by Locals

A British F-35B has been stranded for weeks at an airport in southern India because of mechanical issues. The internet, and the region’s tourism agency, are having fun with it.

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Germany’s Rheinmetall, a Maker of Autos and Arms, Is Forging Stronger US Ties

Rheinmetall, an automotive and arms maker, is using a partnership with the builder of F-35 fighter jets to move into aviation and expand its presence in America.

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Air Force Not Ready to Stop Buying Human-Piloted Jets

Elon Musk has mocked the Air Force for continuing to purchase expensive traditional fighter jets instead of drones. But military officials say human pilots are still needed.

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