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Lockheed Martin has received a $700 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense for additional F-35A Lightning II jets for Denmark, which plans to expand its fleet to 43 aircraft. The contract finances the first production phases for components of the 20th and 21st production lots.

Denmark invested $306 million as an industrial partner, with additional funds sourced from another country through the Foreign Military Sales program. Production will take several years, expected to complete by 2030.

Denmark's initial order included 27 jets, with 17 delivered, including six stationed at Luke Air Force Base for training. An announcement in October 2025 indicated Denmark's intention to purchase an additional 16 jets, aimed at supporting national air defense and NATO operations. Danish F-35A jets have been combat-ready since April 2025 from Skrydstrup Air Base.