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September 22, 2026
Pentagon Investigates Diverted F-35 Parts Found in Hong Kong
- The Pentagon is investigating the diversion of F-35 components that were en route to the U.S. from Australia when they were redirected to Hong Kong.
- The F-35 Joint Program Office is collaborating with U.S. authorities and industry partners to retrieve the components and enhance safeguards against future occurrences.
- The diverted parts include a cockpit canopy and weapons bay door, which, while not highly sensitive, could provide insights into the F-35's stealth technology.
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- Australia investigates after F-35 fighter jet parts bound for US land up in Hong KongSep 22, 2026 at 7:58 AM · Independent
- Pentagon investigates after China obtains F-35 partsSep 24, 2026 at 12:20 AM · AP
- Chinese authorities reportedly in possession of F-35 components in Hong KongSep 24, 2026 at 1:16 AM · CNBC
- F-35 stealth jet parts diverted to Hong Kong in major security blunderSep 24, 2026 at 7:45 AM · Independent
- Pentagon probing how shipment of F-35 fighter jet parts was divertedSep 24, 2026 at 9:30 PM · CBS News
- GOP lawmakers concerned after F-35 equipment ended up in ChinaSep 24, 2026 at 11:03 PM · The Hill