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The British monarch watched British F-35s in action aboard the 65,000-ton Royal Navy warship.

The Royal visit highlights the significance of the UK Carrier Strike Group and F-35s to the nation’s defense.

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Best for Britain: Why the F-35 Matters

The F-35B’s makes it ideal for operations aboard the UK’s two aircraft carriers.

Britain’s F-35s have already made significant contributions during recent high-profile deployments, including exercises , Cobra Warrior, , and .

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Last year, Royal Air Force F-35s NATO air policing for the first time, in Iceland.

Pound for Pound

The F-35 program also supports the UK’s economy and defense industry, creating £45.2Bn gross value added and more than 20,000 British jobs.

The F-35 program is supported by 835 companies across Great Britain, including over a hundred Tier 1 suppliers including BAE Systems. 

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Strength, in Numbers

The F-35’s advanced capabilities and interoperability keep the UK’s military ahead of emerging threats today and over the horizon.

The F-35 is also the fighter of choice for allies across Europe, providing unparalleled capabilities, interoperability and allied deterrence.

By the 2030s, more than 600 F-35s will be stationed in Europe.