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The first two of 32 Lockheed Martin F-35A "Husarz" fighter jets for the Polish Air Force took flight from the Lockheed Martin factory on December 2nd and 3rd. These aircraft are intended to train Polish pilots and maintainers, with initial training set to occur at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Arkansas before they head to Poland.
The test flights mark a significant milestone for the Polish Air Force. After factory testing and certification, Poland will receive fully capable F-35As to prepare its personnel for operational use.
Ebbing ANGB is expected to commence initial training by the end of December as it assumes responsibility for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) training of F-35s. According to Polish sources PolskieRadio and TVN24, two F-35s will arrive at Ebbing ANGB by the end of December, with six more expected by the end of 2025. The first Polish F-35A base at Lask Air Base is scheduled to be operational in 2026, followed by Swidwin Air Base in 2027. All 32 jets are planned for delivery by 2030.
