The world’s most advanced naval jets have departed Britain’s biggest warship having laid the groundwork for expanded carrier operations in the future. After four weeks of intensive trials, training and data gathering, specially-modified F-35B Lightning stealth fighters have flown home from HMS Prince of Wales off the east coast of the United States. Coupled with a wealth … [Read more...] about Britain’s biggest warship extends the boundaries of UK carrier operations
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UK Carrier Strike Group shows strength in combat mission training
HMS Queen Elizabeth and her embarked jets and helicopters have proven their ability to provide the “punch” of the UK Carrier Strike Group during a series of simulated strike missions alongside international partners. The UK flagship has completed the first phase of her autumn deployment with simulated missions in the North Sea and Norwegian Sea. The aircraft carrier was … [Read more...] about UK Carrier Strike Group shows strength in combat mission training
HMS Kent helps carrier Queen Elizabeth deal with any foe
The seas around Britain’s biggest warship churned red as the Navy developed tactics to protect HMS Queen Elizabeth from all manner of attacks. For five days, the Portsmouth-based carrier worked side-by-side with frigate HMS Kent and her Merlin helicopter as every perceivable threat – air attack, submarine, surface fleet and terrorist strike – to ready the future flagship for … [Read more...] about HMS Kent helps carrier Queen Elizabeth deal with any foe
UK’s operational F-35 jets mark first landing on HMS Queen Elizabeth
The decks of HMS Queen Elizabeth are roaring with the sound of F-35 Lightning jets as the famous Dambusters squadron landed on the aircraft carrier for the first time today. Pilots, engineers, cyberspace and mission support staff from 617 Squadron, the UK’s operational strike squadron, embarked the carrier over the weekend during a quick stop in Portsmouth for supplies … [Read more...] about UK’s operational F-35 jets mark first landing on HMS Queen Elizabeth
F-35 pilot makes history with revolutionary method of landing jets on HMS Queen Elizabeth
A revolutionary method of landing an F-35 Lightning fighter jet on a ship has been carried out for the first time on board the UK’s newest aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth. British test pilot Peter Wilson made history when he conducted the first ever shipborne rolling vertical landing (SRVL) this weekend – a method which looks like a conventional aircraft … [Read more...] about F-35 pilot makes history with revolutionary method of landing jets on HMS Queen Elizabeth
F-35 jets conduct first night-time landings on HMS Queen Elizabeth
Aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth has reached another milestone in her flight trials with the first night-time landings of F-35 Lightning jets. Britain’s biggest warship is currently conducting flight testing off the east coast of the United States and part of that is practicing landing in darkness. These tests were carried out with and without the aid of night-vision … [Read more...] about F-35 jets conduct first night-time landings on HMS Queen Elizabeth
F-35 Lightning Jets make history with first landing on carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth
Fast fighter jets are once again flying from a Royal Navy aircraft carrier as the first F-35s have landed on the flight deck of HMS Queen Elizabeth. Royal Navy Commander Nathan Gray and RAF Squadron Leader Andy Edgell were the first pilots to make history by landing their F-35 Lightning stealth jets on the flight deck of Britain’s newest carrier. Shortly afterwards, Cdr … [Read more...] about F-35 Lightning Jets make history with first landing on carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth
First Navy F35 Pilot Completes First Month’s Training
The Royal Navy’s first pilot of its next-generation jump jet has said it will give the nation’s future carriers an unrivalled striking power. After a month flying the F35B Lightning II – the most advanced stealth fighter in the world – Lieutenant Commander Ian Tidball has given the aircraft a glowing testimonial. The Fleet Air Arm pilot is learning to fly the jet, also … [Read more...] about First Navy F35 Pilot Completes First Month’s Training
