Home / Photos / F-35B Vertical Landing Photos F-35B Vertical Landing By October 6, 2011 The F-35B makes its first shipboard vertical landing.U.S. Marine Corps pilot Lt. Col. Fred Schenk was at the controls during the test flight. The Joint Strike Fighter will continue shipboard testing during the next two weeks. Michael D. JacksonDuring that time frame, the program plans to complete 67 landings. Michael D. JacksonFor more, check out a video of Monday’s test landing. Michael D. Jackson More From Photos A Fond Memory: Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo 2023 Gallery: The Evolution of Van's Aircraft Gallery: Tails on Display at Oshkosh Gallery: Wednesday at Oshkosh Photos: <i>FLYING</i> Honors Award Winners at Adventure Party First Look: Supernal's Air Taxi Passenger Cabin