Defence Notes
USAF begins search to provide F-35A with more punch
The USAF is looking to give a considerable anti-access/area denial capability boost to its fifth-generation fighter jet. It also plans to develop ‘future advanced capabilities’ in line with evolving threats as part of the programme.
The service issued an RfI to kick-start ‘integration of advanced technologies’ for a Stand-in ...
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