Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II

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22 Mar 2026 · © shaydis13

Lockheed F-35A at the 2025 Sacramento Airshow.

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Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin F-35a lightning II

Aircraft

F-35 Lightning II F35

Standard low-visibility gray with USAF roundels

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Gear

Nikon D800 200-500mm

Achievements

Military Maverick

Badge earned

Location

Sacramento Mather Airport

MHR/KMHR

38.5547, -121.2980

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Sacramento Mather Airport MHR

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

Fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter, key component of several NATO air forces.

Fleet Rarity

One of approximately 900 produced as of early 2024, but still rarer than commercial airliners.

Record Flights

Has been used in a wide variety of combat and training missions; short takeoff/vertical landing versions operate from aircraft carriers.

Safety & Events

Notable for early development cost overruns; has participated in combat sorties.

Future Outlook

Production ongoing, becoming more widespread in allied air forces.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F135

Engine

10.7 m

Wingspan

15.7 m

Length

2,200 km (internal fuel)

Range

1,930 km/h (Mach 1.6)

Speed

Single pilot; no passengers

Capacity

31,800 kg

MTOW

4.33 m

Height

191 kN (43,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

N/A (military jet, not rated per ICAO commercial standards)

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