Ballast Replaces Radar in Latest F-35 Deliveries Amid Modernization Delays AviationNews – The United States Air Force has reportedly begun accepting new F-35 Lightning II fighter jets that are missing their primary onboard radar systems. This unusual delivery configuration, which reportedly began in June 2025, utilizes internal ballast weights to maintain the aircraft's aerodynamic balance while critical sensor technology remains stuck in development. These radar-less deliveries involve the latest Block 4…

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