F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office
@theF35JPO
Official account of the F-35 JPO. The DoD’s focal point for defining next gen strike aircraft weapons systems. Following, RTs & likes ≠ endorsement.
It takes a team 🔧 Maintainers perform refueling and preflight checks on an F-35A Lightning II at Clark Air Base, Philippines, during Exercise Cope Thunder 25-2.

U.S. Air Force Airmen worked together to generate F-35A sorties for the first time at Cope Thunder 25-2. This milestone strengthened the U.S.-Philippines alliance by enhancing interoperability and advancing shared goals in support of a secure and stable Indo-Pacific.
Now that’s in-air service ⛽ An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 388th Fighter Wing at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker during exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025 over the skies of the Pacific Ocean.

🎥: Lightning at sea 🌊 F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 conduct flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in the Coral Sea.
Our maintainers can launch F-35s anywhere, from the Arctic all the way to Guam! REFORPAC is focused on making sure Airmen are prepared to handle any contingency by testing their skills in remote locations to ensure their readiness to respond swiftly. #REFORPAC25 #DLE2025 #ReadyAF
Shared Platforms. Shared Purpose.🤝 @USMC F-35Bs & Ospreys have been landing on @HMSPWLS during #CSG25 🚁🛩️ Our allies can fly from our deck - that's how close we operate.🔁 🌏Different nations, same mission. This is #OpHighmast. #StrongerTogether @COMUKCSG @DefenceHQ
A midweek pick-me-up coming right up! ⛽😎
Incoming ⚡ An F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 lands on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) while conducting flight operations during Exercise Talisman Sabre 25 in the Coral Sea.

🎥: Day and night 🔦 F-35B Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 conduct night flying operations aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6)
🙅 marks the spot! The first F-35A Lightning II permanently assigned to the Florida Air National Guard's 125th Fighter Wing taxis the flight line after landing at Jacksonville Air National Guard Base, Florida. The delivery marks a key milestone in the wing’s continued transition…

US F-35C launching from USS George Washington, witnessed from @HMSPWLS as the two Carriers sailed side by side during #TalismanSabre25. #StrongerTogether #CSG25 #TS25
U.S. #Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 214, Marine Wing Communications Squadron 18, and Headquarters Battalion, @3d_Marine_Div, conduct various training with F-35B Lightning II aircraft during a deployment for training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 16 - 25, 2025.
US Marine Corps F-35Bs and the iconic Osprey join UK #CSG25, landing on @HMSPWLS - air power, teamwork, and serious kit on deck! #StrongerTogether #OpHighmast
The weekend is here—You are cleared for takeoff 🛫
Yesterday, we celebrated a leadership transition @theF35JPO. My sincere thanks to Lt. Gen. Michael Schmidt for his outstanding tenure. Under his leadership, the program delivered 350+ aircraft & hit 1M flight hours, solidifying its air superiority. I'm thrilled to welcome…
Cleared to go 👍 An F-35B Lightning II from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 receives clearance for takeoff during flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6) in the Coral Sea.

An F-35B Lighting II aircraft launches from #USSAmerica during #TalismanSabre25, uniting 19 nations. With @PacificMarines, the exercise showcases advanced tech, interoperability & commitment to a #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific. 🔗 bit.ly/3UcGIZF 📸 PO3 Kenneth Melseth
Passing the torch 🤝 The F-35 Joint Program Office welcomes U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Gregory L. Masiello as the new Program Executive Officer. We thank Lt. Gen. Michael Schmidt for his dedicated leadership and service. His steadfast commitment to delivery, innovation, and…

Lightning in the clouds 🌩️ F-35 Lightning II aircraft from the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing fly in formation over Wisconsin skies during a joint training exercise with the Minnesota Air National Guard’s 148th Fighter Wing.
