The US military is buying F-16 parts from a single supplier, again

The US military awarded a contract to a single company for F-16 fighter jet parts. This means one company will continue to supply a critical component for an aging fleet.

The F-16 has been in service since the 1970s. Keeping these jets flying requires a steady supply of spare parts, often from the original manufacturers. This contract shows the military continues to rely on a sole source for specific components, which can limit competition and potentially increase costs over time for maintaining older systems.