Right: Martin-Baker is presently finalising the design of its Mk 16E ejection seat, which will equip all of the F-35 variants. Testing is scheduled to begin at the end of 2003 in anticipation of first flight in November 2005. The Mk 16E will be similar to the Mk 16B seen here during sled tests from the Boeing X-32/JSF CDP forebody.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Boeing X-32 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

The X-35A baseline, conventional take-off and landing variant is planned to enter service with the USAF in 2011. Note the deployed airbrakes.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

Although not obvious from this photograph, the F-35C carrier variant is suitably strengthened for carrier operations. Larger wing and tail control surfaces reduce approach speeds and give increased range.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

Lockheed Martin F-35B Joint Strike Fighter

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

Two variants of the JSF are under consideration to be the UK’s Future Joint Carrierborne Aircraft - the F-35B STOVL and the F-35C CV.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

Rolls-Royce has played a leading part in the development of the F-35’s propulsion system; with responsibility for the engine-driven fan, the swivel-duct nozzle and reaction controls that made the STOVL X-35B possible.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

Engineers installing the Rolls-Royce Lift Fan in the X-35B STOVL variant. The shaft-driven lift fan system is claimed to produce 60% more vertical lift in the STOVL mode, with a cooler ground footprint, than direct lift systems.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000

During the technology demonstration phase of the JSF programme Pratt & Whitney tested four engines, all of which were derivatives of the F119 developed by P&W for the F-22 Raptor. This is one of two concepts for the F-35B STOVL variant under test at West Palm Beach, Florida.

Самолёты на фотографии: Aircrafts on the photo: Lockheed X-35 JSF - СШАUSA - 2000