Norway has received 49 F-35A fighters: completion of the program is near

 

The Norwegian Defense Materials Agency recently announced the delivery of three new F-35A fighter jets, marking an important milestone in the country's Air Force modernization program. Norway now has 49 units of these advanced fifth-generation aircraft, and the remaining three are scheduled to be delivered by the summer of this year. The last three fighters landed in the country on February 27 and are already preparing to fly from the Erland Airbase.

The acquisition of F-35A fighter jets is a key element of Norway's strategy to upgrade its air power. These fifth-generation multi-role aircraft provide air superiority due to their unique characteristics, including high maneuverability, stealth technology, and integration of advanced electronics systems. 

The F-35A is capable of performing a wide range of tasks, from air patrols and target interception to ground strike operations. This makes it an ideal choice for protecting Norwegian airspace, especially given its geographical location near the Arctic, where security issues are becoming increasingly urgent.

Norway has signed an agreement to purchase 52 F-35A fighter jets as part of the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) international program. Since the start of deliveries to the country, these aircraft have been actively integrated into the Norwegian Air Force, undergoing various stages of testing and crew training. 

The arrival of the 49th fighter highlights significant progress in the implementation of this program. Erland Air Base, located near the capital Oslo, will be the main base for the F-35A. The infrastructure continues to expand here to ensure the efficient operation of new equipment.

It is expected that the last three fighter jets will be delivered to Norway before the summer of 2025, thereby completing the F-35A procurement program. After that, the entire fleet will be fully deployed and ready for combat missions. This will allow Norway not only to modernize its armed forces, but also to strengthen its role in regional security, especially in the framework of cooperation with NATO.