The history of the F-35, with Betsy Clark

<p>In this episode of the Defence Connect podcast, Betsy Clark, former Australian government Department of Defence program reviewer for the F-35, joins host Liam Garman to unpack the history and making of the F-35 Lightning II, and her book, <em>F-35: The Inside Story of the Lightning II.<br /></em></p> <ul> <li>The pair begin the podcast examining the origins of the F-35 program and how Australia found itself a partner.</li> <li>Clark then details some of the hurdles faced by the program managers in developing the aircraft and how they were able to overcome them.</li> <li>The pair wrap up the podcast unpacking how seizing and maintaining air superiority is fundamental in the modern battlespace.</li> </ul> <div>Enjoy the podcast,</div> <div>The Defence Connect team</div>