Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II

24 Apr 2026 · © Unknown

USMC F-35B Lightning II photographed performing a night landing with STOVL gear deployed—signature of this fifth-generation stealth fighter.

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Aircraft

F-35B Lightning II F35B

United States Marine Corps (USMC) operational livery

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Achievements

Rare Bird, Night Owl, Military Maverick

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Location

Wittman Regional Airport

OSH/KOSH

43.9844, -88.5570

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Wittman Regional Airport OSH

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Aviation History

First operational supersonic stealth fighter with short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) capability, core aircraft of USMC and other allied forces

Fleet Rarity

One of fewer than 200 F-35B aircraft in active service worldwide as of 2024; rarer than conventional F-35A

Record Flights

Notable for demonstration of vertical landing and carrier operations; regularly deployed on amphibious assault ships

Safety & Events

Has experienced issues with ejection seats, software bugs, and several non-fatal incidents; remains cornerstone of USMC\'s modern fighter force

Future Outlook

Will remain in active service for decades; continual upgrades planned, new orders pending

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-600

Engine

10.7 m

Wingspan

15.6 m

Length

1,670 km

Range

1,930 km/h (Mach 1.6)

Speed

Single pilot

Capacity

27,200 kg

MTOW

4.36 m

Height

191 kN (43,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Classified/military; high noise on takeoff/afterburner

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