U.S. F-35s routinely train with other Indo-Pacific allies and partners. This strengthens F-35 interoperability and provides vital deterrence capabilities to ensure a free and open Pacific. More here β‘οΈ
Let's talk about head gear. The information necessary to complete any mission projects on the helmet's visor. This gives the pilot access to vast quantities of information and even enables them to see through the jet.
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, the F-35 program is the most economically significant defense program in history? It contributes approximately $72 billion annually and creates thousands of jobs worldwide. More here β‘οΈ
Interoperability in Action β¬οΈ Red Flag exercises elevate the battlespace and improve how the U.S. and our allies train, fight and win.
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Lightning Progress β‘ We have weight on wheels for Polandβs first F-35, designated AZ-01. The aircraft will bolster regional security and safeguard vital interests. More here β‘οΈ
What does F-35 mission data do? π
π§ Identifies and locates potential threats
π Improves sensing capabilities
π Is key to global security
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What's the F-35 been up to in Europe? π
π΅Intercepting Russian aircraft flying over the Barents and Norwegian Seas
π΅Conducting air policing missions in the Benelux airspace
π΅Strengthening allied deterrence across Europe
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Stealth + Sensor Fusion = The World's Most Advanced Aircraft. The F-35 brings transformational capabilities to the U.S. and allies today. Do you want to learn more about F-35 capabilities? More here β‘οΈ
The F-35B π
β‘ Speeds up to 1,200 mph
π Take offs and lands vertically like a helicopter
β½ Carries up to 13,500 lbs of fuel
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How the F-35 is redefining global air power π
π 18 Allies & Partners
βοΈ 600+ F-35s Across NATO by 2030
π΅ 44 Total Current Activations
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The Power of DAS β‘οΈ The F-35 leverages six infrared cameras mounted across the aircraft to collect real-time imagery and display it on the F-35 helmet. This gives the pilot a next-generation interface and access to vast quantities of information.
An F-35 heading into hyperspace? You decide. π
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takes off to conduct a night mission at Red Flag Nellis. The exercise brought together F-35s from the Netherlands, Denmark, and the United States.