The F-35 could be 'pilot optional' in the not-too-distant future, Lockheed Martin CEO says

Lockheed Martin's CEO said the company is working on advanced upgrades to the F-35, which would allow it to fly without a pilot.

US Air Force photo by Capt. Nathan Poblete

• Lockheed Martin's CEO announced plans for an uncrewed F-35.
• The F-35 and F-22 will gain next-gen stealth, electronic warfare, and weapons improvements, he said.
• The US Air Force wants uncrewed aircraft to support piloted ones and add mass to its force.

Lockheed Martin is developing an advanced...