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RAAF Joins US in F-35A Flight Test

1 source · first reported 2d ago

The Royal Australian Air Force participated in the first joint Weapon Fill Measurement Vehicle flight test on an F-35A Lightning II with the US. This test aims to support weapons integration for the F-35A aircraft.

Why it matters

The successful integration of weapons on the F-35A is crucial for the aircraft's combat capabilities, and this joint test marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between the US and Australian air forces.

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