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    F-35 ITF test pilot conducts the world’s first SRVL [Image 2 of 7]

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    A fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, identifiable as an F-35 variant, is captured in a low-altitude hover or short takeoff/landing phase just above a runway. The aircraft's landing gear is fully deployed and a lift fan door appears open on top of the fuselage, suggesting this is an F-35B performing a short takeoff or vertical landing. The image is taken from a front-facing perspective against an overcast sky with snow-capped terrain visible in the background.

    NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN

    10.13.2018

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    F-35 Lightning II Pax River ITF   

    The first ever Shipborne Rolling Vertical Landing (SRVL) has been carried out with an F-35B Lightning II joint strike fighter jet conducting trials onboard the new British aircraft carrier, HMS Queen Elizabeth. The U.K. is the only nation currently planning to use the maneuver, which will allow jets to land onboard with heavier loads, meaning they won’t need to jettison expensive fuel and weapons before landing.
    Today’s landing, conducted by Peter Wilson, a BAE Systems UK test pilot with the F-35 Pax River Integrated Test Force, took place at exactly 10:30 a.m. Oct. 13, 2018, off the east coast of the U.S. Landing 755 yards back from the end of the carrier’s ski jump, the jet came to a complete standstill at the 580 yard mark.
    Courtesy photo by Royal Navy

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    Date Taken: 10.13.2018
    Date Posted: 10.15.2018 09:41
    Photo ID: 4818358
    VIRIN: 181013-N-ZZ999-002
    Resolution: 3600x2400
    Size: 1.7 MB
    Location: NORTH ATLANTIC OCEAN
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    A fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, identifiable as an F-35B variant, is captured in a low-altitude hover or short landing approach with landing gear fully deployed. The aircraft is photographed head-on from a runway or flight deck surface, set against a dramatic overcast sky at what appears to be dusk or dawn. The image is a high-quality, professionally composed military aviation photograph.
    A fifth-generation stealth fighter jet, identifiable as an F-35 variant, is captured in a low-altitude hover or short takeoff/landing phase just above a runway. The aircraft's landing gear is fully deployed and a lift fan door appears open on top of the fuselage, suggesting this is an F-35B performing a short takeoff or vertical landing. The image is taken from a front-facing perspective against an overcast sky with snow-capped terrain visible in the background.
    A stealth fighter jet, identifiable as an F-35 variant, is photographed on a runway or tarmac with its canopy open. The aircraft is viewed from a front-facing angle at low altitude, showing its distinctive angular stealth design. The image was taken during dusk or dawn conditions with a partially cloudy sky in the background.
    A single-seat stealth fighter jet, identifiable as an F-35 variant, is taxiing on a runway with its canopy open. The aircraft is photographed in overcast lighting conditions, showing detailed features of its low-observable airframe design. A tail code partially reading '06-04' is visible on the vertical stabilizer, along with what appears to be a national insignia.
    A military pilot is seated in the cockpit of a fighter jet, visible through the closed canopy. The pilot is wearing a flight helmet with visor, glasses, and an olive/tan flight suit. The image is taken from outside the aircraft, shooting through the transparent canopy.
    A military flight deck scene showing an F-35 stealth fighter jet on the deck of what appears to be an aircraft carrier, while a medium-sized military helicopter hovers nearby preparing to land. Two flight deck crew members in yellow high-visibility vests and helmets are directing both aircraft using hand signals. The overcast sky and visible ocean horizon confirm an open-sea naval operation.
    A military pilot in an olive green flight suit stands with arms crossed in front of a stealth fighter jet, numbered '65', on what appears to be an aircraft carrier deck. The aircraft displays markings including a U.S. star insignia, crew chief names ('James Beach' and 'FTCE Bill La Rue'), and a pilot name ('Mr Peter Wizzer Wilson BAES'). The setting is an open ocean environment with overcast skies.

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