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Why the US Navy’s F-35C Stands Out from Other Variants

The wing of the Navy’s F-35 variant has undergone the most dramatic changes to accommodate carrier operations. The Lockheed Martin F-35 was conceived as a platform that could be adapted to serve in ...
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What Are the Three F-35 Variants—and How Are They Different?

Engine One Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-400 afterburning turbofan (43,000 lbf) One Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-400 afterburning turbofan (43,000 lbf) with Rolls-Royce LiftSystem for STOVL capability One Pratt ...
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Could China’s J-35 Fighter Jet Beat the F-35C Lightning II?

The F-35C still retains significant advantages over the J-35. But on a comprehensive level, China might have an edge. China has passed an impressive milestone for its military. For the first time in ...