Yes — ordered. In 2026, Saudi Arabia ordered F-35 Lightning II, 48 units from USA (Lockheed Martin)($24.3bn). Status: approved. Reported by CNN, 2026-09-18: State Dept approved Sept 2026. The documented package: 48 F-35 Lightning II from USA (Lockheed Martin) $24.3bn.
| Year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Item | F-35 Lightning II |
| Quantity | 48 |
| Supplier | USA (Lockheed Martin) |
| Value | $24.3bn |
| Status | ordered |
| Source | CNN, 2026-09-18: State Dept approved Sept 2026; congressional review pending |
