Lockheed Martin Showed Us Their New F-35 Drone Tech | WSJ Equipped

The Wall Street Journal September 22, 2025
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The Trump administration’s DOGE initiative threatens the future of the F-35 program, which Elon Musk has labelled an obsolete boondoggle. But Lockheed Martin is using AI to evolve the jet, integrating drones into its system to boost capability and relevance. But after missing out on big contracts due to increased competition and tariffs, can Lockheed pivot to stay relevant? WSJ visited Lockheed Martin’s facilities in Fort Worth, Texas, to get a closer look at the jets and their new capabilities. Chapters: 0:00 The F-35 with drones 0:50 Breaking down the F-35 2:16 Skunk Works: collaborative combat aircraft 4:48 Lockheed Martin’s difficulties Equipped Equipped examines military innovation and tactics emerging around the world, breaking down the tech behind the weaponry and its potential impact. #F35 #LockheedMartin #WSJ

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