Documents provided to Defense News reveal issues facing the F-35 fighter jet as it nears a major milestone. Find out what they are and if they'll be fixed.
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The Navy's and Marine Corps' versions of the F-35 will have restrictions on how long they can fly at supersonic speeds because of a risk of damage to the tail section.