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To: spel_grammer_an_punct_polise

>>If memory serve me correctly the F-35 during design was supposed to be VTOL. Does anyone know if the spec was changed or am I mistaken.<<

It can take off vertically if it needs to. Short-takeoff allows it to get in the air with more fuel and ordinance. Vertical takeoff video below.

12 posted on 08/27/2013 3:37:14 PM PDT by PapaBear3625 (You don't notice it's a police state until the police come for you.)

To: PapaBear3625

Thank you! I didn’t think that I was losing it! ;-)

13 posted on 08/27/2013 9:26:13 PM PDT by spel_grammer_an_punct_polise (Learn three chords and you, too, can be a Rock Star!)

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