Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

By Dario Leone
Nov 23 2018
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VFA-147 is the first U.S. Navy Operational F-35C squadron based out of NAS Lemoore

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

Taken on Nov. 16, 2018 the cool photos in this post show, two F-35C Lightning II, attached to the “Argonauts” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 147, stationed at Naval Air Station (NAS) Lemoore, fly in formation for a photo exercise. VFA-147 is the first U.S. Navy Operational F-35C squadron based out of NAS Lemoore. Commander, Joint Strike Fighter Wing, headquartered at NAS Lemoore, Calif. ensures that each F-35C squadron is fully combat-ready to conduct carrier-based, all-weather, attack, fighter and support missions for Commander, Naval Air Forces.

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

With its stealth technology, advanced sensors, weapons capacity and range, the F-35C will be the first 5th generation aircraft operated from an aircraft carrier.

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

The F-35C combines lessons learned from previous aircraft with technology breakthroughs to produce a fighter that retains its stealthy advantage with minimal low observable maintenance, even in the harshest shipboard conditions.

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

The F-35C matches 5th generation survivability with major advances in network-enabled mission systems, reliability and interoperability. It is a first-day-of-the-war fighter with the capability to dominate adversaries in the air or on the surface, while surviving the most formidable threat environments.

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning

The F-35C has the greatest internal fuel capacity of the three F-35 variants. The F-35C carries nearly 20,000 pounds of internal fuel for longer range and better persistence than any other fighter in a combat configuration. And, like the F-35B, the F-35C uses probe and drogue refueling. This allows the Navy to operate its carriers a safe distance from the threat while its fighters reach remote targets.

The Navy aims to equip all carrier air wings with F-35Cs by 2025, complimenting the F/A-18E/F Super Hornets, EA-18G Growlers electronic attack aircraft, E-2D Hawkeye battle management and control aircraft, MH-60R/S Sea Hawk helicopters and Carrier Onbard Delivery Logistics aircraft.

Two U.S. Navy F-35C fly in formation for a photo exercise and the result is simply stunning
This print is available in multiple sizes from AircraftProfilePrints.com – CLICK HERE TO GET YOURS. F-35C Lightning II VFA-125 Rough Raiders, NJ406, 169160 / 2018

U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon E. Renfroe (Released)

Artwork courtesy of AircraftProfilePrints.com


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Dario Leone

Dario Leone

Dario Leone is an aviation, defense and military writer. He is the Founder and Editor of “The Aviation Geek Club” one of the world’s most read military aviation blogs. His writing has appeared in The National Interest and other news media. He has reported from Europe and flown Super Puma and Cougar helicopters with the Swiss Air Force.

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