Belgium’s first F-35A fighters have arrived at Florennes Air Base, marking the start of fifth-generation operations.
The arrival of the F-35A Lightning II fighters on October 13, 2025, is described by the Belgian Ministry of Defense as “the beginning of a strategic transformation” of the Belgian Air Component.
The beginning of a strategic transformation of the Belgian Air Component.
Author summary: Belgium starts fifth-generation operations with F-35A arrival.