Belgian Air Force’s First F-35A Rolls Out at Lockheed Martin
he aircraft will be delivered to the air force in the coming year and is set to be based at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, to facilitate pilot and maintainer training.
Belgium is presented with its first F-35A Lightning II during an event at its Fort Worth, Texas, production facility. [Courtesy: Lockheed Martin]
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Lockheed Martin presented the Belgian Air Force with its first F-35A Lightning II (AY-01), which will be based at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, for pilot and maintainer training.
This aircraft is part of Belgium's estimated $6.53 billion acquisition of 34 F-35 Joint Strike Fighter aircraft, approved in 2018.
The F-35's introduction strengthens Belgium's mission capabilities in cooperation with NATO and EU allies, enhancing international partnerships, interoperability, and deterrence in Europe.
Lockheed Martin presented the Belgian Air Force with its first F-35A Lightning II during an event at its Fort Worth, Texas, production facility Sunday.
The aircraft, which is designated AY-01, will be delivered to the air force in the coming year and is set to be based at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, to facilitate pilot and maintainer training, the manufacturer said.
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