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U.S. Navy Achieves F-35C Carrier Landing
The U.S. Navy has achieved a milestone for the first time by launching an F-35C fifth-generation fighter jet from the deck of a Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier. This achievement enhances the U.S. Navy’s capabilities in operating and integrating stealth fighters with the new carrier. This test is part of efforts to modernize and improve combat readiness, as testing is currently underway on the USS John F. Kennedy (CVN-79), which is expected to enter service after completing all necessary tests and modifications to fully operate the F-35C. The F-35C is one of the most advanced aircraft, designed for carrier operations. It features larger wings, revised landing gear, can carry payloads exceeding 8,200 kilograms, and reach speeds up to 2,220 kilometers per hour. Reports indicate that this success is part of a plan to update aircraft software and systems, though complete integration may require significant modifications to the ships and their systems, potentially leading to a temporary halt of older carriers for 12 to 24 months to ensure seamless integration. Additionally, the successful testing of the AGM-158C long-range anti-ship missile on an F-35B reflects an enhancement in the offensive and tactical capabilities of American fighter jets.
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