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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 July 2026. It was answered by Luke Pollard (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


F-35 Aircraft: Procurement

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, pursuant to the answer of 30 June 2026 to question 12605 on F-35 Aircraft: Procurement, what are the additional cost estimates.

Answer

The cost differences associated with the F-35B to A variant swap in logistics, infrastructure and training are understood and have been considered in cost estimates. Any additional costs cannot be finalised until the delivery schedules are agreed.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
15530
Session
2026-27
Related items
F-35 Aircraft: Procurement
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
F-35 Aircraft: Procurement
Monday, 20 July 2026
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Subjects
Procurement F-35 aircraft
Link
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