F-35 to fly at Farnborough

Airshow organizers, Farnborough International Ltd., can finally confirm that the F-35 Lighting II will be appearing at the Farnborough Airshow as part of the aircraft’s international debut, after weeks of speculation. Social media channels went wild with the news with many enthusiasts excited to see the much-anticipated vertical thrust fighter aircraft fly at the show.

 

The F-35 Lighting II’s presence at the Farnborough Airshow also mark’s a unique aviation first with the aircraft’s VTOL (Vertical Take Off and Landing) predecessor, the Sea Harrier, also being present at the show. Speaking about the occasion, Shaun Ormrod said, “The Harrier has played a distinct role in modern aviation history, a hero of the Falklands War and a superb example of aviation technology. The opportunity to see the last and next generation of vertical thrust aircraft at the same venue marks a milestone in aviation history and possibly one that will never be seen again.”

 

The theme for the flying display at this year’s Farnbrough Airshow is 100 years of aviation and will see a variety of historic aircraft at the show from the Great War Display Team and the BBMF (Battle of Britain Memorial Flight) to modern day favorites the Red Arrows and the RAF Typhoon Display Team. The exciting news of the F-35 will be an exciting addition to the line-up.

 

Speaking about the flying display, Trevor Barratt, heading up the weekend spectacular said, “Farnborough Airshow in 2014 will blow the socks off its visitors. We have a jam-packed, 5 hour program and we are very excited by the line-up.”

 

The Farnborough Airshow opens its doors to the public on a host of family entertainment Saturday July 19 and Sunday July 20, 2014. The show will feature a themed flying and static aircraft display, a live television show, a new automotive zone, General Aviation Park and other interactive features.