Parts of the F-35 stealth fighter jet, including a cockpit canopy and weapons bay door coated with radar-absorbing material, were reportedly diverted to Hong Kong while being shipped from Australia to the U.S. This unexpected diversion has raised concerns about sensitive military technology potentially falling into Chinese hands. Australian and U.S. officials, along with Lockheed Martin, are investigating the incident. The F-35 is a highly advanced fighter jet sold only to trusted allies, and recent sales to Saudi Arabia have already sparked worries among U.S. lawmakers about technology security and espionage risks involving China.
Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) shares are trading at USD 525.29 with a slight gain of 0.56% as of Sep 24, 2026 08:32 WIB on Pluang. This comes amid reports that Chinese authorities have obtained components of the F-35 stealth fighter jet, a key product of Lockheed Martin. The stock shows balanced investor interest with 51% buy orders and 49% sell orders on the platform, reflecting cautious market sentiment around the sensitive military technology incident.
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