China obtained F-35 cockpit canopy and weapons-bay door after UPS shipment was diverted to Hong Kong.
A UPS shipment carrying a cockpit canopy and weapons‑bay door for an Australian‑built F‑35 was rerouted to Hong Kong and is now in Chinese possession. The Pentagon has announced efforts to recover the components.
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- 23 Sep 2026 · 20:29 UTC
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- 23 Sep 2026 · 20:29 UTC
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