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    U.S. Marine Corps Begins F-35B Operational Trials [Image 1 of 5]

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    The image shows two F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck at sea. One aircraft is parked on the deck in the foreground while a second is captured in a short takeoff or vertical landing approach in the background. The setting appears to be a clear day over open ocean.

    USS WASP (LHD-1), AT SEA

    05.18.2015

    Photo by Pfc. Remington Hall 

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    Two F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters complete vertical landings aboard the USS Wasp (LHD-1) during the opening day of the first session of operational testing, May 18, 2015. As the future of Marine Corps aviation, the F-35B will eventually replace all aircraft from three legacy Marine Corps platforms: the AV-8B Harrier, the F/A-18 Hornet and the EA-6B Prowler. The aircraft are stationed with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, Beaufort, South Carolina and Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Yuma, Arizona. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Remington Hall/Released)

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    Date Taken: 05.18.2015
    Date Posted: 05.19.2015 09:56
    Photo ID: 1941757
    VIRIN: 150518-M-ZZ999-001
    Resolution: 5760x3240
    Size: 1.2 MB
    Location: USS WASP (LHD-1), AT SEA
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    The image shows two F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck at sea. One aircraft is parked on the deck in the foreground while a second is captured in a short takeoff or vertical landing approach in the background. The setting appears to be a clear day over open ocean.
    A U.S. Marines F-35B stealth fighter jet is photographed in silhouette on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier, with the sun creating a strong backlit effect over the ocean horizon. The aircraft bears visible 'MARINES' markings and a squadron designation beginning with 'VMFA' on the fuselage. The dramatic lighting conditions create a high-contrast image with the jet appearing largely in shadow against the bright sky and sea.
    Three F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets are lined up on what appears to be the deck of an aircraft carrier or amphibious assault ship. The aircraft bear U.S. Marine Corps markings, tail numbers 04 and 03 visible, and are chained to the deck. The image is taken at low angle during golden hour lighting, highlighting the aircraft's angular stealth geometry.
    A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B stealth fighter jet is being prepared on an aircraft carrier flight deck, with the unit marking 'VMFA-12' visible on the fuselage. Several deck crew members wearing purple jerseys (fuel handlers/plane handlers) and helmets are conducting pre-flight or post-flight operations around the aircraft. A pilot is visible in the cockpit, suggesting the aircraft is either preparing for launch or has recently landed.
    The image shows carrier deck operations involving F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. One F-35B is airborne in a short takeoff or vertical landing approach, while a second F-35B sits on the deck with its lift fan door open. Deck crew members in yellow jerseys are visible directing operations.

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