Because it's the most capable multi role modern fighter in production and at less than 80M[1] it's cheaper than any other modern western jet fighter. [1]:https

Because it's the most capable multi role modern fighter in production and at less than 80M[1] it's cheaper than any other modern western jet fighter. [1]:https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/defense/2019-10-30/lm-receives-7b-f-35-order-f-35a-price-dips-below-80m https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news/defense/2019-10-30/l...