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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 25 June 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 June 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


F-35 Aircraft: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what estimate he has made of the additional cost to the public purse of the (a) logistics, (b) training and (c) infrastructure related to the procurement of the F-35A compared to the F-35B.

Answer

When procuring new platforms, all elements are assessed, including affordability, to ensure that the UK’s capability requirements are met. Future procurement for F-35A aircraft will be outlined in the forthcoming Defence Investment Plan.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12605
Session
2026-27
Related items
F-35 Aircraft: Procurement
Friday, 10 July 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Costs Procurement F-35 aircraft
Link
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