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was triggered, unsurprisingly, by recent events in Ukraine that have forced German defensive strategic thinkers to reevaluate their position. The F-35 can act as a capable off-the-shelf solution to the very serious gaps in the nation's current defensive requirements. Air Force Chief of Staff Lt. Gen.
While Germany remains a committed member of the European FCAS program that is developing a new 6th-generation fighter, the program is at a critical juncture that is delaying its progress. Two of the main contractors, France's Dassault and Airbus Defense and Space have, for example, been unable to reach an agreement that covers workshare and intellectual property rights.
This recent commitment by Germany to actually buy the F-35 has not pleased everyone, as you'd expect. Dassault's CEO Eric Trappier, for example, spoke dismissively about the prospect of Germany buying the F-35, suggesting Berlin was being pressured by the United States into buying the jet for the nuclear mission while paying lip service to the mantra of buying European.
Dassault's order books are already filled at the moment in any case, especially with orders for its Rafale aircraft, but, according to German analysts on the recent announcement, are unlikely to compromise on its leadership claims for the next-gen FCAS fighter. But, German officials will likely politely disagree with such concerns.Recent events in Ukraine have highlighted the urgency in bolstering Germany's defense sooner rather than later.
“With the F-35 and the further development of the Eurofighter in electronic combat, the Luftwaffe is very well positioned for the future,” said Lt. Gen. Gerhartz.Stay ahead with the latest science, technology and innovation news, for free:
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