Just thought I’d share this great video by Lockheed Martin showing the F35B undergoing ‘suitability testing’ on board USS Wasp. One of the items on my ‘bucket list’ is to experience a carrier takeoff first hand. But judging by the remarkable footage it’s looking like catapult takeoffs are once more an endangered activity. Particularly impressed with the way that the clamshell doors slide open like a giant insect’s wings as it slows to the hover. The proud Brits will doubtless comment on how we got there first decades ago with the Harrier. Sadly, like may British innovations, we leave it for others to improve and perfect.
Don’t just watch the embedded movie, click it full screen and watch the HD footage, it’s impressive…