Belgium’s First F-35A Lands at Florennes
The Belgian Air Force has officially welcomed its first F-35A Lightning II to Florennes Air Base.
Belgium’s first F-35A Lightning II landed at Florennes Air Base, marking a major milestone in the nation’s transition to the 5th generation fighter.
The arrival ceremony was hosted by the Belgian Air Force and attended by Lockheed Martin delegates, celebrating the aircraft’s official incorporation into Belgian operations.
- Four Belgian F-35As departed from Fort Worth, Texas, where Lockheed Martin manufactures the fighter.
- The aircraft refueled mid-air and made a stopover in Lajes, Azores during their transatlantic journey to Belgium.
Author summary: F-35A arrives in Belgium.