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    Six VMFA-211 F-35Bs Join CSG-21 [Image 7 of 21]

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    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.

    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" taxis an F-35B Joint Strike Fighter Lightning II aboard Her Majesty's Ship (HMS) Queen Elizabeth at sea off the coast of 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 05:02
    Photo ID: 6626344
    VIRIN: 210502-M-MS099-365
    Resolution: 5760x3840
    Size: 11.71 MB
    Location: GB

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