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Currently no plans to buy additional F-35 jets, Berlin says

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

Posted on February 19, 2026

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Last updated: February 19, 2026

Currently no plans to buy additional F-35 jets, Berlin says - Finance news and analysis from Global Banking & Finance Review

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Quick Summary

Germany says it has no current plans to order additional F-35s, countering reports of talks for a larger buy. Berlin previously ordered 35 in 2022, with deliveries scheduled to begin this year.

Berlin: No Current Plan to Purchase Additional F-35 Fighter Jets

Germany’s F-35 Procurement Update

BERLIN, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Germany currently has no plans to purchase additional F-35 fighter jets, a government spokesperson said on Thursday, after sources said Berlin was considering ordering more of the planes, which are made by U.S. contractor Lockheed Martin.

Official Government Position

"There are no plans, and there is no decision," the spokesperson said.

Reports of Additional Orders

One source said earlier that Berlin was in talks that could lead to the purchase of more than 35 additional jets. A second source did not specify the number. Both sources cautioned that the outcome was still uncertain.

Existing Order and Deliveries

In 2022, Germany purchased 35 jets, which are due to begin delivery later this year.

Reporting and Credits

(Reporting by Andreas Rinke, additional reporting by Sabine Siebold, writing by Thomas Seythal, editing by Linda Pasquini)

Key Takeaways

•Berlin says there are currently no plans to order additional F-35 jets beyond the existing contract.
•Reports suggested Germany was in talks that could lead to more than 35 extra jets, but outcomes remain uncertain.
•Germany ordered 35 F-35s in 2022, with deliveries due to begin in 2026.
•Any expansion would have implications for Lockheed Martin and European defense equities sentiment.
•The discussion comes amid broader debates on German rearmament and European fighter programs.

Frequently Asked Questions about Currently no plans to buy additional F-35 jets, Berlin says

1What is the main topic?

On Feb. 19, 2026, a German government spokesperson said Berlin currently has no plans to buy additional F-35 fighter jets beyond the 35 already on order.

2How many F-35s has Germany ordered so far?

Germany ordered 35 F-35A jets in 2022. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2026, supporting the replacement of the Luftwaffe’s aging Tornado fleet.

3Why does this matter for markets?

A potential change in Germany’s F-35 plans could impact sentiment toward Lockheed Martin (LMT) and European defense stocks, but Berlin currently denies any additional orders.

Germany’s F-35 Procurement Update

Official Government Position

"There are no plans, and there is no decision," the spokesperson said.

Reports of Additional Orders

Existing Order and Deliveries

In 2022, Germany purchased 35 jets, which are due to begin delivery later this year.

Reporting and Credits

(Reporting by Andreas Rinke, additional reporting by Sabine Siebold, writing by Thomas Seythal, editing by Linda Pasquini)

Key Takeaways

•Berlin says there are currently no plans to order additional F-35 jets beyond the existing contract.

•Reports suggested Germany was in talks that could lead to more than 35 extra jets, but outcomes remain uncertain.

•Germany ordered 35 F-35s in 2022, with deliveries due to begin in 2026.

•Any expansion would have implications for Lockheed Martin and European defense equities sentiment.

•The discussion comes amid broader debates on German rearmament and European fighter programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is the main topic?

On Feb. 19, 2026, a German government spokesperson said Berlin currently has no plans to buy additional F-35 fighter jets beyond the 35 already on order.

2How many F-35s has Germany ordered so far?

Germany ordered 35 F-35A jets in 2022. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2026, supporting the replacement of the Luftwaffe’s aging Tornado fleet.

3Why does this matter for markets?

A potential change in Germany’s F-35 plans could impact sentiment toward Lockheed Martin (LMT) and European defense stocks, but Berlin currently denies any additional orders.