How to spot it
A single-engine stealth fighter with a bulky body, twin canted fins, bump-shaped intakes and a single round exhaust.
Often confused with
Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor
The F-22 has two engines and two exhausts; the F-35 has one engine and a chunkier single-engine body.
Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II vs Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor: side by sideDetails
| Maker | Lockheed Martin |
|---|---|
| Type | Military aircraft |
| ICAO code | F35 |
| First flight | 2006 |
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