Authentic Media: F-35 Lightning II (Episode 1)

On this Authentic Media Snap Shot of our F-35 series, author, aviation journalist, and host of the 10 Percent True podcast, Steve Davies interviews John ‘Press’ Wheeler on the requirements of the F-35. Press discusses the various elements that make an aircraft stealthy, not invisible, and how sensor fusion gives the pilot the information needed to ensure maximum situational awareness during a given mission.In the full episode Press provides a tutorial on the progression of the aircraft from low-rate initial production, initial operational capability, full operational capability and finally full rate production, with all the requirements in between. You can listen to the rest of this episode and more with a FREE 3-Day Trial of Authentic Media Aviation on Apple PodcastsThe full episode is also Available on Spotify and Acast Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-fighter-pilot-podcast/donations

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The Fighter Pilot Podcast explores the fascinating world of air combat: the aircraft, the weapons systems, and most importantly—the people. Each episode typically features a guest who helps explain the topic at hand such as how ejection seats work or what it's like to fly on and off nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. If you love the roar of a high-speed flyby or are enamored by the poise and confidence of the brave men and women who pilot these aircraft, then this show is for you! For advertising, partnerships or other business opportunities, please contact: [email protected]