It is not good. Like it or not, this is the only alternative NATO has for the forceable future. The British Tempest and the French/German stealth fighter won’t be operational until 2035-2040
The only alternative are modernizes 4gen fighters which are very vulnerable to modern air defenses.
A ‘buggy’ F-35 might still be a better alternative.
Also the British are counting for the F-35 to equip its carriers.
The only alternative are modernizes 4gen fighters which are very vulnerable to modern air defenses.
A ‘buggy’ F-35 might still be a better alternative.
Also the British are counting for the F-35 to equip its carriers.