Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II

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Lockheed Martin Lockheed Martin F-35a lightning II

Aircraft

F-35A Lightning II F35

Polish Air Force standard tactical grey

3502

Registration

Airline

Polish Air Force

Manufacturer

Lockheed Martin

Achievements

Rare Bird, Military Maverick

2 badges earned

Photo grade

Bronze

Score: 73.0

Nice side-on catch of the F-35; slight heat distortion and softness reduce sharpness but the profile is striking.

Location

FSM Airport

Fort Smith Regional Airport · FSM/KFSM

35.3247, -94.3810

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Fort Smith Regional Airport FSM

Airport

Insights

Aviation History

First ever 5th-generation multi-role stealth fighter with widespread international procurement, including recent introduction by the Polish Air Force.

Fleet Rarity

One of only a few F-35s in service with the Polish Air Force; globally, over 950 F-35s have been delivered, but the Polish fleet is new and limited.

Record Flights

Has operated in NATO demonstration flights and recent long-range delivery flights from the US to Europe.

Safety & Events

Various incidents during the development phase; no major accidents for Polish F-35s as of June 2024.

Future Outlook

Active service, expected to be mainstay of Polish Air Force for decades.

Specifications

Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100

Engine

10.7 m

Wingspan

15.67 m

Length

2,200 km

Range

1,930 km/h (Mach 1.6)

Speed

One pilot

Capacity

31,800 kg

MTOW

4.38 m

Height

191 kN (43,000 lbf) with afterburner

Thrust

Supersonic; classified, but typically over 120 dB at takeoff

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