FSD Aircraft



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    The F-35 AA-1 on its first multi-flight day on April 26th, 2007 for Flight #14 and #15. Note the C-130 and downtown Ft. Worth in the background. [Photo by Joshua Smith]
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    The F-35A, AA-1, inbound for landing after its first flight on December 15th, 2006. [Photo by Dipstick]
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    The F-35A, AA-1, inbound for landing after its first flight on December 15th, 2006. [Photo by Dipstick]
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    Jon Beesley getting comfortable in the highly adjustable seat; power adjustable for height (7.4"), recline (5.73 deg), pedal reach, HOTAS reach.
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    Jon Beesley donning HMD with visor open. Flight #10 on 04 April 2007.
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    Flight #11 - Another afterburner take off. Note the white paint (port wing) which is used is for fuel dump testing. The fuel dump port is under the port wing and the special paint turns red/pink when exposed to fuel.
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    Flight #11
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    Flight #12
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    Flight #12
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    Flight #13
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    Flight #13
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    Flight #13
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    Flight #16
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    Flight #16 - Nice and sleek rear quarter view.
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    Flight #16