The Air Force is working to address the spare-parts issues that threatens the F-35 stealth fighter jet program at Eglin Air Force Base and elsewhere. Congressman Matt Gaetz, said the problems could compromise the base’s role in training pilots for the next-generation fighter jet. Lieutenant Colonel Tracy Bunko said the supply challenges do not pose any safety concerns for our aircraft, which are always maintained and operated within Air Force guidance and policies. According to a recent report in Defense News, the Department of Defense is considering moving F-35 management from the joint office to offices within each of the services using the aircraft. The F-35 is projected to remain in service until 2070.
