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GAO says F-35 readiness keeps slipping as costs rise
Key Takeaways
- GAO says the F-35 full mission capable rate fell from 38% to 25% between FY21 and FY25.
- The Pentagon wants $13.7 billion more for sustainment through FY31.
- The watchdog warns that cost pressure and industrial bottlenecks could still derail recovery plans.
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DT Editorial Team··via breakingdefense.com