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The F-35B is the most complex aircraft of the F-35 program due to the engineering required to deliver an improved vertical hover and vertical take-off capacity.

Summary

KEY POINTS:

  1. A powerful Lift-Fan generates the downward thrust necessary to enable the aircraft to hover and land vertically.
  2. The Lift-Fan can operate in crosswinds up to 288mph (463 kph).
  3. The F-35B was specifically engineered to project new dimensions of maritime air-power projection.
READ: F-35B: America’s Ultimate Stealth Fighter?

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