Aircraft
F-35 Will Make International Debut in UK This Summer
The UK is a first-tier partner on the aircraft, which it views as a major boost to British combat air power.
One of three British F-35Bs taxis at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. (Photo: U.S. Air Force)
One of three British F-35Bs taxis at Eglin Air Force Base in Florida. (Photo: U.S. Air Force)

The Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II will make its first appearance outside the U.S. this summer, flying at both the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) and the Farnborough International airshow in England in mid-July, the UK Ministry of Defense (MoD) announced. The decision followed discussions between U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel and his UK counterpart, Philip Hammond.