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F-35B Achieves First Flight with UK's Precision Long-Range Strike Missile

1 source · first reported 33d ago

The F-35B Lightning II test aircraft successfully completed the first test flight of four SPEAR 3 missiles, marking a significant milestone in the development of the UK's precision long-range strike capability.

Why it matters

This achievement demonstrates the F-35's ability to integrate with the UK's SPEAR 3 missile, enhancing the country's precision strike capabilities and further solidifying the F-35's role in the UK's military modernization efforts.

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