Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II

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12 May 2026 · © Old man

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Aircraft

F-35 Lightning II F35

Standard low-visibility military gray

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Achievements

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Location

Fort Smith Regional Airport

FSM/KFSM

35.3366, -94.3674

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Fort Smith Regional Airport FSM

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Aviation History

Fifth-generation stealth multirole combat aircraft, key front-line fighter for U.S. and allies

Fleet Rarity

Common in current military service, but rare as civilian spot due to restricted operations

Record Flights

Used by US and NATO forces in combat/operational deployments, not known for airline-style record routes

Safety & Events

Has had some well-publicized incidents and emergency landings but no widespread design issues; continual software and hardware updates

Future Outlook

Active and in production; expected in service through mid-21st century

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F135

Engine

10.7 m

Wingspan

15.7 m

Length

2,200 km (internal fuel, ferry range)

Range

1,930 km/h (Mach 1.6)

Speed

Single pilot (no passengers); internal and external stores (bullets, missiles, bombs)

Capacity

31,800 kg

MTOW

4.38 m

Height

191 kN (43,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Not rated by ICAO; known to be very loud during takeoff/afterburner

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