In a recent televised statement to TV2, Denmark’s Minister of Defence confirmed plans to acquire a minimum of ten additional F-35A stealth fighter jets from the United States. The procurement is expected to be finalized by October, leveraging the current availability within U.S. production schedules to expedite delivery.
This decision follows discussions in Washington, where it was noted that Lockheed Martin’s production lines currently face reduced order pressure. According to TV2’s correspondent in the U.S., placing an order now would allow Denmark to bypass longer delivery delays that are expected once global demand picks back up. By acting during this temporary lull, Denmark aims to strengthen its air force while benefiting from more favorable manufacturing conditions.
