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    Six VMFA-211 F-35B's Join CSG-21 [Image 5 of 21]

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    An F-35B stealth fighter jet is positioned on the flight deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, as identified by the ship's name plate visible on the island superstructure. Ground crew personnel in colored safety vests are conducting pre-flight or maintenance checks around the aircraft. The tail markings show 'CF' in red with a striped design and the text 'HMS Queen Elizabeth', indicating this aircraft is assigned to the carrier's air wing.

    UNITED KINGDOM

    05.02.2021

    Photo by 1st Lt. Zachary Bodner 

    3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

    A Marine with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 21 "The Wake Island Avengers" taxi an F-35B Joint Strike Fighter Lightning II aboard Her Majesty's Ship (HMS) Queen Elizabeth at sea off the United Kingdom (UK) on 02 May, 2021. Alongside the UK's 617 Squadron, VMFA-211 will form part of the largest carrier air group in the world. This deployment highlights the global reach of the U.S. and UK armed forces and their interoperability, and enhances the deterrence and defense capabilities of the NATO Alliance.

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    Date Taken: 05.02.2021
    Date Posted: 05.03.2021 05:01
    Photo ID: 6626337
    VIRIN: 210502-M-MS099-247
    Resolution: 4435x2639
    Size: 7.86 MB
    Location: GB
    Web Views: 331
    Downloads: 86

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    The image shows multiple F-35B stealth fighter jets on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier at sea. One aircraft is parked in the foreground facing the camera, while a second F-35B is captured in the process of vertical/short takeoff or landing in the background. Deck crew members in high-visibility gear are visible managing flight operations.
    The image shows flight deck operations aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, with a U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet on the flight deck. Personnel in various colored vests and flight gear are observing the aircraft, including a figure identified as Col. Doran from VMFA-211, a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron. This appears to be a joint U.S.-UK military aviation operation.
    A U.S. Marines F-35B stealth fighter jet, marked with tail number '06' and squadron markings 'CF' and 'VMFA-211', is positioned on the flight deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier. The aircraft bears 'HMS QUEEN ELIZABETH' on its tail fin, indicating it is assigned to or operating from this vessel. Ground crew and observers are visible on the deck and upper superstructure of the ship.
    A flight deck crew member wearing white coveralls, a yellow helmet, and a yellow 'CFD' (Carrier Flight Deck) vest stands on the deck of an aircraft carrier, observing two aircraft flying in formation overhead. The carrier features a prominent ski-jump ramp at the bow, characteristic of STOBAR (Short Take-Off But Arrested Recovery) carriers used by navies such as the Royal Navy or Indian Navy. The scene appears to be during flight operations at sea under clear skies.
    An F-35B stealth fighter jet is positioned on the flight deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, as identified by the ship's name plate visible on the island superstructure. Ground crew personnel in colored safety vests are conducting pre-flight or maintenance checks around the aircraft. The tail markings show 'CF' in red with a striped design and the text 'HMS Queen Elizabeth', indicating this aircraft is assigned to the carrier's air wing.
    The image shows a group of military personnel on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck or deck area, engaged in what looks like a training exercise or operational drill involving fuel hoses and deck equipment. Personnel are wearing various colored jerseys and helmets with hearing protection, consistent with U.S. Navy carrier deck crew roles. The scene takes place in daylight with open ocean visible in the background.
    An F-35B stealth fighter jet is parked on the flight deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, as identified by the ship's name clearly visible on the island superstructure. Ground crew members in various colored uniforms are conducting maintenance or pre-flight checks around the aircraft. The tail markings show 'CF' codes and a reference to 'HMS Queen Elizabeth,' indicating this aircraft is assigned to the carrier's air wing.
    Two F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jets are positioned on what appears to be the flight deck of a US Navy amphibious assault ship. The lead aircraft has its canopy open and displays an American flag on the inside of the canopy cover. A deck crew member in a yellow vest is visible on the left side of the image.
    A U.S. military F-35B stealth fighter jet is captured in a short takeoff or vertical landing (STOVL) configuration, with landing gear deployed and lift fan door open on top of the fuselage. The aircraft bears a U.S. roundel (star-and-bar insignia) on the lift fan cover and appears to be operating near a naval vessel, visible on the left side of the frame. The clear blue sky and bright lighting conditions provide excellent visibility of the aircraft's details.
    An F-35B Lightning II fighter jet bearing a U.S. flag marking is performing a short takeoff or vertical landing (STOVL) maneuver on what appears to be a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, identifiable by its distinctive island superstructure design. At least one additional F-35B is visible on the flight deck in the background. Deck crew in various colored vests are stationed along the flight deck perimeter.
    An F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet bearing U.S. military markings is positioned on the flight deck of what appears to be a Royal Navy Queen Elizabeth-class aircraft carrier. The aircraft's lift fan door is open, indicating STOVL (Short Take-Off and Vertical Landing) configuration. Ground crew members in colored safety vests are visible in the background near the carrier's distinctive twin-island superstructure.
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    An F-35B stealth fighter jet is positioned on the flight deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier. The aircraft displays 'CF' tail codes and red/white striped markings, with 'HMS Queen Elizabeth' visible on the tail fin. Ground crew personnel are visible near the aircraft's starboard side, and the ship's island superstructure bearing the name 'QUEEN ELIZABETH' is prominently visible in the background.
    Six VMFA-211 F-35Bs Join CSG-21
    A front-facing view of an F-35 stealth fighter jet on what appears to be an aircraft carrier flight deck. The aircraft is on the ground with landing gear deployed, and ground crew personnel in high-visibility gear are visible to the left. The image is taken in clear daylight conditions with the ocean horizon visible in the background.
    The image shows the island superstructure of HMS Queen Elizabeth, a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, with the ship's name clearly visible on the hull. Two military aircraft, likely F-35B Lightning II jets, are flying overhead against a clear blue sky. The photograph is taken from a low angle looking up at the ship's bridge and flight control tower.
    A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet is positioned on the flight deck of what appears to be a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, identifiable by the distinctive twin-island superstructure characteristic of HMS Queen Elizabeth or HMS Prince of Wales. The aircraft displays U.S. military roundel markings and is surrounded by flight deck crew in various colored safety gear. A helicopter is visible in the background to the right, and the scene takes place under clear blue skies.
    An F-35B stealth fighter jet is positioned on the flight deck of what appears to be a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, identifiable by its distinctive twin-island superstructure. A US military roundel (star-and-bar insignia) is visible on the island structure, suggesting joint operations between the US Marine Corps and Royal Navy. Deck crew in various colored flight deck jerseys are visible performing flight operations duties.

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