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Romanian executive approves purchase of 32 US-made F-35 fighter jets

November 8, 2024

The government recently approved a draft law by which Romania agrees to purchase 32 F-35 aircraft from the United States, the most expensive acquisition in the history of the Romanian Army.

Romania will acquire the F-35 aircraft in two phases: first, 32 aircraft (two squadrons), followed by 16 aircraft (one squadron), totaling 48 aircraft.

The first delivery of F-35A jets to Romania is expected by 2031. 

The deal involves "next-generation F-35A multirole fighter jets offering...

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