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Monday, May 19, 2014

Why The F-35 Is Essential For Canada – Part 1

F-35 Lightning IIThe F-35 was designed primarily to replace the mainstay of the USAF and USN tactical aviation fleet; namely, the F-16 and F/A-18 Hornet.

A number of criticisms take issue with the F-35’s supposed lack of speed.

It should be noted that the F-35’s top speed of Mach 1.6 is achievable while carrying a militarily useful load; meaning that a F-35A that’s configured with a pair of 2000lb bombs, two air to air missiles, and enough fuel to fly to a target 300nm out and back will be able to achieve its top speed.

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