F35 Startup Shutdown Sound – SFX Demonstration
The aircraft has three main variants. The F-35A is for conventional takeoffs and landings where the full runway is available. The F-35B is for short takeoff and vertical landings like helicopters. While F-35C is to land and take off from aircraft carriers. All three variants have Pratt & Whitney F135-PW-100 afterburning turbofan, 28 000 lbf thrust dry, 43 000 lbf with afterburner.
Some Interesting Facts About The F-35 Lightning II:
- F-35 can carry a wide range of weaponry and have a AESA radar, EOTS, DAS & EW system.
- F-35 has the most powerful engine ever installed in a fighter aircraft. F135 afterburning turbofan allows a top speed of over 1,930km/h.
- A single unit costs around $200 million dollars.