How China is Forcing the US to Fly F-35 Advanced Stealth Jets Without Radar | Vantage on Firstpost

The United States is facing a severe crisis in its F-35 stealth fighter aircraft fleet. Manufacturer Lockheed Martin has delivered at least 6 jets without a radar. This comes after China tightened export rules for rare earth minerals like Samarium, Neodymium and Gallium that are extensively used in F-35 jets. However, the problem is much deeper. The US is upgrading the F-35's radar to the AN/APG 85 which can track stealth jets. This radar is still being made and once it is made will force some changes to the F-35. The radar maker says the first batch of the AESA radar will only be delivered in 2028. Meanwhile, an audit report finds that only 25% of the F-35 fleet is capable of carrying out combat missions. Hem Kaur Saroya tells you more on Vantage on Firstpost. --- F-35 Fighter Jet | China vs US | Lockheed Martin | Rare Earth Crisis | US Military | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Hem Saroya | News #f35 #china #usa #lockheedmartin #stealthfighter #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. ​ Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live.    / @firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Instagram:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on Facebook:   / firstpostin   Follow Firstpost on Twitter:   / firstpost   Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029...