U.S. Approves $7.2 Billion Sale of F-35s to Romania

The U.S. State Department has approved a $7.2 billion deal for the sale of 32 F-35 aircraft, engines, and other equipment to Romania. Lockheed Martin Inc. will be the principal contractor, with engines supplied by RTX subsidiary Pratt & Whitney.

The U.S. State Department has given the green light for a $7.2 billion sale of military hardware, including 32 F-35 aircraft and engines, to Romania. The Pentagon made the announcement on Friday.

The deal designates Lockheed Martin Inc. as the principal contractor for the fighter jets, while RTX subsidiary Pratt & Whitney will supply 33 engines.

(With inputs from agencies.)