F-35 Fighter Jet Has Another Problem

The F35 fighter jet has faced various challenges, including engine fires and budget issues. A new problem has emerged: the jet's fuel, used as a cooling agent, can overheat and cause shutdowns. This is exacerbated by fuel tankers being exposed to sunlight, heating the fuel to unusable levels. To address this, Air Force bases in Arizona and California are repainting fuel trucks white to reflect sunlight, though this poses risks in combat zones. Further solutions include testing heat-resistant paint and building parking shades.

What are some of the issues that the F35 has experienced in its military history?

How does the F35 use its fuel as a cooling agent?

What problem arises when the fuel used by the F35 gets too warm?

What measures are Air Force bases in Arizona and California taking to address the fuel temperature issue?

What is the next step being taken to solve the problem of fuel temperature in the F35?