Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II

25 May 2026 · © JA

A United States Air Force F-35A Lightning II from Hill AFB resting under a sun shelter—a modern stealth jet at the forefront of tactical aviation.

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Aircraft

F-35A Lightning II F35

Standard USAF Low-visibility Tactical Livery

5607

Registration

Airline

United States Air Force

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Gear

Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max back triple camera 9mm f/2.8

Achievements

Rare Bird, Military Maverick

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Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 77.0

Nice clear side profile of the F-35, though the canopy shadow and busy background reduce the impact a bit.

Location

Columbus Air Force Base

CBM/KCBM

33.6438, -88.4438

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Columbus Air Force Base CBM

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

The F-35A is a fifth-generation stealth multirole fighter, representing the leading edge of U.S. and allied tactical airpower development.

Fleet Rarity

The F-35A is in active production, but still fewer than 1000 have entered service worldwide—relatively rare for an operational multirole jet.

Record Flights

Has conducted notable long-distance ferry flights for deliveries and international exercises.

Safety & Events

The F-35 program has had several operational incidents but is noted for its rapid modernization, with high-profile global deployments.

Future Outlook

Active; expected to serve several more decades as the backbone of Western air forces.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100

Engine

10.7 meters

Wingspan

15.6 meters

Length

2,200 kilometers

Range

1,930 kilometers per hour

Speed

One pilot

Capacity

31,800 kilograms

MTOW

4.4 meters

Height

191 kN (43,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Military: noise standard varies, generally above 140 dB at takeoff

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