Finland receives first two F-35A jets for permanent service
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- Finland took delivery of the first two F-35A fighters intended for permanent operation during a ceremony on Thursday.
- The aircraft are part of a 64‑jet order, with ten units already delivered, and are slated to replace the country’s F/A‑18 Hornet fleet.
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Introducing the F-35A will modernise Finland’s combat fleet and phase out older Hornet jets.
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