Celebrate naval aviation history with this official USS America (LHA-6) F-35B Developmental Test Phase III commemorative patch. Featuring a detailed illustration of the advanced F-35B Lightning II aircraft soaring above the silhouette of the USS America against the iconic backdrop of the American flag.
Conducted by the Pax River Integrated Test Force (ITF) and Air Test & Evaluation Squadron (VX-23), the DT-III tests concluded on November 17, 2016, and included critical carrier suitability and integration testing. Over three weeks, the tests involved 126 Vertical Landings (VL), 128 Short Take Offs (STO), and two Vertical Take Offs (VTO), totaling 53.5 flight hours across 60 flights under challenging sea conditions. This testing paved the way for future deployments of the F-35B Short Takeoff and Vertical Landing (STOVL) variant by the U.S. Marine Corps aboard amphibious assault ships.
Highlights:
Honor innovation and courage with this striking tribute to U.S. Navy and Marine Corps aviation excellence.
Size: Approximately 4 inches in diameter.
Condition: Brand new, officially licensed product.
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