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  • F-35 pilots 'measure' up as beginning of training moves closer

    03/02/2010 12:30:27 AM PST · by ErnstStavroBlofeld · 3 replies · 450+ views
    Defense Professionals ^ | 3/2/2010 | Ashley M. Wright
    Pilots here received measurements for the first F-35 Lightning II joint strike fighter equipment to move closer to training in the military's newest fighter aircraft Feb. 25 here. The new pilot equipment includes everything from underwear to cold-weather outer gear to anti-G garments. RFD Beaufort, the Lockheed Martin sub-contractor making the new equipment, took controlled measurements down to the millimeter to ensure comfort, safety and the pilot's capability to complete the mission in any scenario. Some of the equipment used by the first F-35 pilots will be based on legacy gear found on previous fighter aircraft. "The wing continues to...