Rep. Goldman Applauds Major Agreement for Fort Worth F-35 Program

October 22, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman Craig Goldman (R-TX) applauds the new 10-year F-35 program investment framework agreement between the Department of War and Lockheed Martin, strengthening America's military capabilities while driving economic growth in Fort Worth. “America’s military must remain unmatched to keep our enemies at bay and our allies safe. I am delighted that the Department of War is prioritizing long-term funding for the elite Lockheed Martin F-35 program. This agreement supports thousands of jobs across Texas’ 12th Congressional District and strengthens our defense inventory,” said Congressman Craig Goldman. “Continued support for this program will fuel Fort Worth’s economy, create new opportunities for hardworking Texans, and equip our military with the cutting-edge technology needed to defend our freedoms.” "This multiyear framework strengthens the way we can plan and invest in the F-35 enterprise," said Lockheed Martin Chairman, President and CEO Jim Taiclet. "With the greater certainty that comes from the U.S. government's transformative approach to F-35 production and sustainment, we can make the upfront investments needed to expand capacity, improve efficiency, and build a more resilient supply chain. That's good for the taxpayer, good for our suppliers and, most importantly, good for the United States and its allies." Background Lockheed Martin’s F-35 Lightning II program is a critical part of the Fort Worth economy, supporting over 49,000 jobs and generating an estimated $9 billion in economic impact each year. The new 10-year framework agreement with the Department of War outlines plans for 850 fighter jets and continued production of 156 aircrafts annually, providing long-term stability for Fort Worth's defense manufacturing workforce. The agreement also aims to strengthen supply chains, reduce production costs, and save taxpayers billions of dollars, pending congressional authorization and appropriations. For more information, read the Lockheed Martin or the Department of War F-35 historic 10-year agreement press releases. For media inquiries, please contact Aidan.heard1@mail.house.gov . ###