F-35 Lightning II

@thef35

The official Twitter account of the @LockheedMartin F-35 Lightning II - the world's only 5th Generation multirole stealth fighter

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · 5 h

Ever wondered what it feels like to fly an F-35? At #RIAT2025, we spoke with a @RoyalAirForce pilot to talk about life in the cockpit, mission-ready tech and how the F-35 is shaping the future of airpower for the UK and allies. #F35 #RIAT2025

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Defence Operations 🇬🇧@DefenceOps · 13 h

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

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 21

Ready for takeoff. ✈️ The F-35 is the most advanced and lethal fighter jet in production today—air dominance delivered. 💥

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LMEvents@LMEvents · Jul 19

Two ✌️ fighter jets for Day 2️⃣ of #RIAT2025! 🇬🇧 F-35s and F-16s are roaring through the skies and turning heads at the show. Which one’s your favorite? ✈️

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 18

The F-35 is putting on a show at #RIAT25, including an electrifying flight demo from @RoyalAirForce F-35s! ⚡️ With unmatched sensor fusion and all-domain awareness, it’s ready for today’s missions and tomorrow’s challenges.

thef35's tweet image. The F-35 is putting on a show at #RIAT25, including an electrifying flight demo from @RoyalAirForce F-35s! ⚡️

With unmatched sensor fusion and all-domain awareness, it’s ready for today’s missions and tomorrow’s challenges.

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F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office@theF35JPO · Jul 17

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…

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 17

In a simulated exercise at #TalismanSabre25, @USMC F-35Bs destroyed enemy air defenses and secured the airspace for @USArmy, @DefenceAust and @mindefsg HIMARS units to deliver precision long-range fires. The F-35 once again demonstrates unmatched air dominance capability. ⚡️

UU.S. Indo-Pacific Command@INDOPACOM · Jul 17

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

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Lockheed Martin@LockheedMartin · Jul 16

The @MLB #AllStarGame reached new heights with a 5th Gen fighter jet flyover, an unforgettable display of precision and power! 💪 F-35s from Dannelly ANGB and F-22s from Langley AFB kicked off last night's game with a roaring salute to the red, white and blue. 🇺🇸

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 15

Congrats to our Belgian partners on this milestone! Proud to support Belgium’s F-35 transition and help strengthen NATO’s 5th Gen airpower across Europe. 🤝 @BeAirForce

NNATO Air Command@NATO_AIRCOM · Jul 15

First 🇧🇪 pilots complete F-35 training course in 🇺🇸 Another important milestone for the 🇧🇪 Air Force as they transition to the fifth generation platform. The first F-35 is expected in Florennes later this year, increasing Allied capabilities, deterrence & defence 📸 Moors M

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 14

Peace Through Strength 💪 F-35s provided an escort for a B-2 over the Washington Monument to honor Operation Midnight Hammer, where 5th Gen capability ensured mission success through stealth and precision.⚡ 📸@dustinthenow

thef35's tweet image. Peace Through Strength 💪

F-35s provided an escort for a B-2 over the Washington Monument to honor Operation Midnight Hammer, where 5th Gen capability ensured mission success through stealth and precision.⚡

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 11

We salute all of the 𝑠𝑢𝑝𝑒𝑟 men and women who fly. Their superpower? Securing the skies in the world’s most advanced fighter jet—defending freedom, deterring threats and ensuring peace around the globe. 🌍💪

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 9

Final finishes are underway on Belgium’s first in-country F-35, preparing the jet for its first flight. 🖌️ The F-35 is ushering in a new era of 5th Gen capability for the @BeAirForce! ⚡

thef35's tweet image. Final finishes are underway on Belgium’s first in-country F-35, preparing the jet for its first flight. 🖌️

The F-35 is ushering in a new era of 5th Gen capability for the @BeAirForce! ⚡

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 7

Monday status? Locked in. 🔒✈️ The F-35 is built for all-domain dominance—just like your week should be.

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 6

Lining up for takeoff—locked in and ready to launch. 🛫 With its stealth-engineered design and unmatched situational awareness, the F-35 delivers 5th Gen power to every mission—right from takeoff.

thef35's tweet image. Lining up for takeoff—locked in and ready to launch. 🛫

With its stealth-engineered design and unmatched situational awareness, the F-35 delivers 5th Gen power to every mission—right from takeoff.

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F-35 Lightning II@thef35 · Jul 5

Wheels down, weekend on. 🛬🎯 The F-35 lands with precision—and your weekend just got cleared for arrival.

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