
F-35 First Stealth Fighter Certified for Nuclear Payload
The U.S. Air Force has achieved a significant milestone with its F-35A Lightning II stealth fighters, which are now certified for delivering B61-12 nuclear gravity bombs. This certification, awarded ahead of schedule on October 12, 2023, positions the F-35A as the world’s first stealth fighter capable of carrying nuclear weaponry. Dual Capable Platform With the certification, F-35As are now recognized as “dual-capable” platforms, equipped for both conventional and nuclear warfare. This capability enhances the versatility of the F-35A, enabling it




