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flag F-35 fighter jet faces high costs and readiness issues, prompting calls for improved funding and contracts.

flag The F-35 stealth fighter jet faces cost and readiness issues despite being a high-tech combat aircraft. flag Projected lifetime costs could exceed $2 trillion, and it often fails to meet mission-readiness rates. flag Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer, says addressing these issues requires reliable investment in parts and maintenance. flag The company suggests more performance-based contracts could boost efficiency, contrasting with the current annual contracting system.

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