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    Nov 29

    Into the Record Books The + recently completed a historic F-35B sea trials ahead of schedule. Relive the unforgettable moments of the .

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    20 hours ago

    Eclipsing Aspirations: F-35 Lightning jets from the Pax River ITF left , Nov. 19, 2018, after 8 weeks flying on and off the 65,000-tonne warship, helping to write the ‘operator’s manual’ so the jets can fly from her deck on front-line operations.

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  3. Retweeted
    Dec 4

    Four years after arriving for training, two F-35As are returning home!

    20 replies 256 retweets 1,076 likes
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  4. Dec 4

    Dec. 18, 2014: The first F-35 arrives at . This marked was the first international fighter to arrive at Luke for training.

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  5. Retweeted
    Dec 4

    . welcomed Belgium’s recent decision to purchase 34 aircraft, guaranteeing our 40-year air relationship will continue for another generation and that will continue to be a premier air contributor within . 2/2

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  6. Retweeted
    Dec 4

    Congratulations to for choosing to fly with the 5th generation American-made fighter jet ! They’ll fly alongside close Allies & longtime partners. We want a US-Belgium relationship where our our prosperity and security grow together.

    76 replies 361 retweets 1,337 likes
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  7. Dec 4

    Sustaining the F-35 revolves around the flight line – focusing on the needs of the maintainers who work with the jet every day. Read about how we’re teaming up with our customers to boost F-35 readiness, via :

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  8. Retweeted
    Dec 3

    You can catch our first two Joint Strike Fighters - with up to three Hornets - flying along the Port Stephens-Hunter coast on their way to on 10 Dec. All the details are here:

    2 replies 38 retweets 147 likes
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  9. Retweeted
    Dec 3

    Hey Heritage Flight Team fans! come back tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. MST for the announcement of their 2019 schedule as well as some exciting news!

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  10. Dec 3

    All eyes are on , awaiting the arrival of the ’s first two advanced fighters!🇦🇺⚡️

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    Our 1st two Joint Strike Fighters are on their way from . They'll arrive at their new home at on Mon 10 Dec 18. There'll be more details soon. Wait out... More to follow. 🔎
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  11. Dec 3

    Ahead of Australia’s upcoming First Aircraft Arrival, we’re reliving the moments that brought us to this historic event. July 24, 2014: The ’s first F-35 rolls out from our Fort Worth facility – a major milestone for the :

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  12. Retweeted
    Dec 2

    As first nation in Europe, Italy declares its fifth generation fleet initial operational capable and deployable for allied operations. The congratulates the on achieving this milestone, setting the foundation for future Air Power

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    6 replies 49 retweets 125 likes
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  13. Retweeted
    Dec 1

    : An F-35A Lightning II can reach speeds of 1,199 mph? This redefines how pilot and plane interact by combining supersonic speed, advanced stealth capabilities and integrated avionics.

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  14. Retweeted
    Nov 30

    from the meet up with a from the over the Test & Training Range during last week's combat power exercise. ( by Staff Sgt. Andrew Lee)

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  15. Retweeted
    Nov 30

    Welcome back ! We are excited to reactivate them today as the 4th squadron in the 56th Fighter Wing with their partners from the Netherlands and Denmark! 🇳🇱 🇩🇰

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  16. Nov 30

    Below: Chief of the Lt. Gen. Alberto Rosso on Italy's historic F-35 IOC declaration.

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    Nov 30

    “Giorno importante per : primi in Europa a conseguire Initial Operational Capability dell'F-35." Le parole del Capo Stato Maggiore Aeronautica, Gen. S.A. Alberto Rosso, in occasione del 4° Flying Course del Tactical Leadeship Programme al

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  18. Nov 30

    Congratulazioni! The 's F-35As are operations ready! With the declaration of Initial Operating Capability, Italy becomes the first European nation and international partner to declare IOC and certify readiness for allied operations.

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    Nov 30

    Ambassador Gidwitz: "Proud to be joined by former & current Ministers of Defense & , in addition to VP Jack Crisler, to celebrate our longstanding partnership in air defense, now with the as its cornerstone."

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  20. Retweeted
    Nov 27

    Exercise Point Blank! aircraft flying with the and , improving interoperability & demonstrating collective commitment to regional security.

    13 replies 225 retweets 846 likes
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  21. Retweeted
    Nov 30

    RAF F-35 Lightnings during their first exercise with F-15s and Rafales on Exercise Point Blank.

    RAF F-35 Lightnings on Ex Point Blank
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