The first F-35 fighter jets arrived in Finland on 18 September 2026
The F-35 fighters will strengthen Finland’s defense capability and security of supply for decades to come. A total of 64 F-35 fighters will be delivered to Finland.
As a strategic partner of the Finnish Defence Forces, Insta supports the building of the Defence Forces’ capabilities throughout the life-cycle of the systems. So far, Insta has been responsible for the maintenance of the avionics systems on the Hornet fighter jets. As a long-term partner, Insta’s cooperation with the Defence Forces will continue for decades into the F-35 era.
Insta will be responsible for providing maintenance and life cycle services for the avionics systems of the F-35. In addition to maintaining the avionics systems, Insta also integrates the F-35’s systems into the Finnish command and control systems together with the Defence Forces. Strong Finnish expertise in critical technologies ensures the security of supply.
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