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Why the US is delivering F-35s without radars: Inside the AN/APG-85 radar

The US military is accepting F-35 fighter jets without their advanced AN/APG-85 radar due to development delays. These aircraft, fitted with ballast, will be retrofitted later. This unusual move by the Pentagon aims to maintain production momentum for the F-35's Block 4 modernization, which includes significant upgrades to sensors and capabilities. The new radar is crucial for future threat engagement.

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Why the US is delivering F-35s without radars: Inside the AN/APG-85 radar
The US military is accepting F-35 fighter jets without their advanced AN/APG-85 radar due to development delays. These aircraft, fitted with ballast, will be retrofitted later. This unusual move by the Pentagon aims to maintain production momentum for the F-35's Block 4 modernization, which includes significant upgrades to sensors and capabilities. The new radar is crucial for future threat engagement.
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