U.S. to sell F-35 fighter jets to India enhancing air force stealth capabilities

The U.S. will sell F-35 fighter jets to India, following a meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Modi. This deal will place India among a select group of countries with advanced stealth aircraft. The F-35 Lightning II, developed by Lockheed Martin, features advanced stealth and combat capabilities. It can operate undetected at supersonic speeds and comes in three variants for different missions. While the F-35s will enhance India's air force, they are expensive. The jets range from $80 million to $115 million each, with operating costs around $36,000 per flight hour.