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US Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II jets conducted landing and takeoff operations on a Finnish highway during Exercise Ramstein Flag 2026. This marks the first time F-35Bs have performed highway operations in Finland. The exercise took place from June 8, 2026.
The successful operation demonstrates the F-35B's capability to conduct operations from unconventional runways, enhancing its versatility and deployment options. This capability is significant for military strategic planning and operations.
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