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F-35 Lightning II

An F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter takes off at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 14, 2020.

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  • Credit: Air Force Staff Sgt. Johnathon Wines VIRIN: 200714-F-AX893-0092C.JPG
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