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Modified Japanese Vessel Hosts First F-35B Operations

Two U.S. Marine Corps Lockheed Martin F-35Bs have successfully undertaken the first operations by the aircraft from a Japanese naval vessel.

The aircraft assigned to the commander of VMFA-242 begins its short takeoff roll as it launches from Izumo. (Photo: U.S. Navy)

By David Donald • Contributor - UK

October 9, 2021

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