VIDEO | MCAS YUMA – LIGHTNING KEEPERS

YUMA, ARIZONA – In a special video series called Lightning Keepers, Lockheed Martin is highlighting what it takes for professionals of the U.S. Armed Forces to keep the F-35 mission ready. Thanks to these ‘Lightning Keepers’, the F-35 can meet mission-critical operational objectives anytime and anywhere in the world. These dedicated men and women ensure mission readiness and exceptional aircraft performance. Check out the next … Continue reading VIDEO | MCAS YUMA – LIGHTNING KEEPERS

FLYHIGH.NEWSFebruary 4, 2020November 27, 2020Leave a comment

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POLAND SIGNS CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF 32 F-35s

DEBLIN, POLAND – In the presence of President of the Republic of Poland Andrzej Duda, an agreement was signed today between the governments of Poland and the U.S. for the purchase of 32 F-35A Conventional Take Off and Landing (CTOL) variant fighter jets. Poland becomes the 14th nation and 10th NATO country to buy the Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II. Initial deliveries will begin in … Continue reading POLAND SIGNS CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF 32 F-35s

FLYHIGH.NEWSJanuary 31, 2020November 27, 2020Leave a comment

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POLAND WILL SIGN CONTRACT FOR 32 F-35s

WARSAW, POLAND – Poland will sign a contract for 32 F-35s on Friday, Mariusz Blaszczak – the Polish Minister of Defense – announced on Twitter. The F-35 will replace the old Polish fighter jets from the Cold War – the MiG-29 and Su-22. Poland will sign the contract on Friday January 31 at 3:00 PM local time in Deblin, Eastern Poland. The deal has a … Continue reading POLAND WILL SIGN CONTRACT FOR 32 F-35s

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Lockheed Martin Delivers 134 F-35s in 2019; Exceeding Annual Commitment

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VIDEO – LOCKHEED MARTIN HAS DELIVERED 134 F-35s IN 2019

BETHESDA, MARYLAND – Lockheed Martin has exceeded its delivery commitment to joint governments in 2019 by delivering the 134th F-35 Lightning II last Monday. Next year, 141 more F-35 Lightning IIs will be delivered. A total of 134 delivered F-35s represent a 47 percent increase from 2018 and almost a 200 percent increase from 2016. In 2020, the aircraft manufacturer plans to deliver 141 F-35s … Continue reading VIDEO – LOCKHEED MARTIN HAS DELIVERED 134 F-35s IN 2019

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THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE RECEIVES 7 MORE F-35s

WILLIAMTOWN, AUSTRALIA – On December 13, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) received seven more F-35A Lightnings II. Seven F-35As flew from Luke AFB in Arizona to RAAF Base Williamtown in Australia, bringing the RAAF’s in-country F-35 fleet to a total of 13 jets. The arrival brought the total number of F-35As at RAAF Williamtown to 13. Another 5 F-35As are also based at Luke … Continue reading THE ROYAL AUSTRALIAN AIR FORCE RECEIVES 7 MORE F-35s

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The F-35 is combat ready - Image: © Lockheed Martin

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VIDEO- THE F-35: MISSION READY, INTEROPERABLE AND COMBAT-PROVEN

BETHESDA, MARYLAND – The U.S. Air Force F-35A, U.S. Marine Corps F-35B and U.S. Navy F-35C is combat ready. It’s Lockheed Martin’s mission to keep U.S. men and women in uniform mission ready. Watch this awesome video, Lockheed Martin – manufacturer of the F-35 Lightning II – released earlier this week. The Lockheed Martin F-35 enterprise is built on strong international partnerships. And the F-35 … Continue reading VIDEO- THE F-35: MISSION READY, INTEROPERABLE AND COMBAT-PROVEN

FLYHIGH.NEWSSeptember 3, 2019November 27, 2020Leave a comment

MCAS F-35B Lightning II Demo at RIAT 2016

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USMC F-35B FULL STOVL DEMO AT RIAT AIRSHOW

RAF FAIRFORD, ENGLAND – The star of the 2016 edition of the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) was definitely the U.S. Marine Corps Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II, showcasing its STOVL (Short Takeoff and Vertical Landing) capabilities. It was the F-35B’s first demo at an airshow in Europe and outside the U.S. The F-35B is from the USMC VMFAT-501 squadron, known as the ‘Warlords’ and … Continue reading USMC F-35B FULL STOVL DEMO AT RIAT AIRSHOW