Lockheed Martin is pivoting to upgrade the F-35 after losing major sixth-generation fighter jet contracts. It promises near-NGAD capabilities at half the cost.

The F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II are both some of the most advanced stealth fighters in the world. Lockheed Martin ...

James Taiclet calls it "fifth-generation plus," comparing it to giving the F-35 chassis a "NASCAR" upgrade.

Spectators at the Australian International Airshow were treated to a rare glimpse of fifth generation fighter jets in action, enjoying flying displays ...

LMT secures a $22.5 million modification contract to provide maintenance and sustainment support for the F-35 jet program's Reprogramming Laboratory facilities and systems.

The most advanced fighter jets in the world are known as "fifth generation". They contain technologies developed in the first ...

Lockheed has been a leader in stealth aircraft, playing a prominent role in both US fifth-gen fighters. It won't be building the first sixth-gen jet.

However, Boeing will continue producing its upgraded F ... F-35 or even the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor. The Eagle II achieved an 83.13 percent mission-capable rate, compared with the Lightning ...