F-35 Name Chosen

Fullforce · 07-09-2006, 08:43 PM

F-35 Lightning II
http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123022931

7/7/2006 - WASHINGTON (AFPN) -- The Air Force chief of staff announced Lightning II as the F-35 name during a Joint Strike Fighter Inauguration Ceremony today at the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. at Fort Worth, Texas.

Gen. T. Michael Moseley made the final decision after an extensive nomination and review process, coordinated with the other services and partner nations.

In naming the F-35, General Moseley said, "Today, the enemies of peace and freedom have been put on notice. They have feared this day because the F-35 provides the coalition warfighter the perfect blend of speed, precision and stealth.

"In my travels, Airmen have given me some great suggestions that we'll see on new Air Force weapons systems in the near future," he said. "The name for the F-35, Lightning II, was a win for aviation heritage and culture."

The heritage associated with this name played a significant role in its selection. The original P-38 Lightning was also a strike fighter and had the most air-to-air kills in the Pacific during World War II. Both of America's top two aces -- Maj. Richard Bong, 40 kills, and Maj. Thomas McGuire, 38 kills -- scored all of their victories in the P-38 Lightning in WWII.

The Lightning II name also draws parallels with a formidable force of nature. Like lightning, the F-35 Lightning II will strike with destructive force. The stealth characteristics of the jet will allow the F-35 to strike the enemy with accuracy and unpredictability; when the enemy finally hears the thunder, the F-35 is long gone.

The F-35 Lightning II is the next generation strike fighter bringing cutting-edge technologies to the battlespace of the future. The Lightning II's advanced airframe, autonomic logistics, avionics, propulsion systems, stealth and firepower will make it an affordable, lethal, supportable and survivable aircraft for warfighters across the globe.

The Air Force is the Department of Defense's executive agent for designating and naming military aerospace vehicles. Air Force and Navy representatives proposed the Lightning II name during the review process.

Zepheris Casull · 07-10-2006, 04:56 AM

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i think i feel dizzy now, of all name to pick...

Top_Cat_AxJnAt · 07-10-2006, 05:37 AM

it sucks, plain and simple AND WHY THE **** are the RAF and Fleet Airarm going to be flying "Lighting II" - what happened to british birds of prey, SO WHY NOT HARRIER II - is the pretty much the bloody same, just as unorignial but generally better!

waaaaaaaarrrrrrrrhhhhhhuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrggggggggga iiiiiiiiiiirrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggggrrrr, Hmmm

dunkellic · 07-10-2006, 09:59 AM

if they had to take an old name and put a "II" at the end, why for gods sake didnt they took "Phantom II"...well, probably doesnt deserve it

NikovK · 07-10-2006, 11:51 AM

Oooh, Phantom II... that would be way better.

Top_Cat_AxJnAt · 07-10-2006, 12:07 PM

And the FLeet air arm used to fly those things (Phantom's) off, what was their last great Aircraft Carriers before the Invincible Class - not really a proper aircarft carrier. Therefore the Flying of "Phantom II" off their 2 new, and proper aircraft carriers would be most appropriate, decent and proper!!

Personally i much prefer "Phantom II" to "Harrier II". Because technically the F-35 is an American aircraft and therefore should be named accordinly. "harrier II shoudl be reserved for a true British aircraft, if there ever is such a thing again.

JellyBelly · 07-10-2006, 12:14 PM

Hey. It might not be great, but it means something which is what, I guess, was more important. I personally would of called it the Mustang, after the war winning P-51.

six7 · 07-10-2006, 02:49 PM

Millions of tax dollars, and the best they can do is "Lightning II"...

Seriously, work for your money. Make a new name.

Top_Cat_AxJnAt · 07-10-2006, 02:54 PM

"blackhole" OR "supernova" would be much more interesting, i think and far more orginal and Down to Earth!

SiN|ScarFace · 07-10-2006, 03:15 PM

It will get a better nick name most likely. F-16 Fighting Falcon AKA Viper; A-10 Thunderbolt II AKA Warthog, HOG ect ect

07-09-2006, 08:43 PM	#1
Fullforce Retired PR Developer Join Date: Oct 2005 United Kingdom Location: Bournemouth, UK Posts: 3,712	F-35 Name Chosen F-35 Lightning II http://www.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123022931 7/7/2006 - WASHINGTON (AFPN) -- The Air Force chief of staff announced Lightning II as the F-35 name during a Joint Strike Fighter Inauguration Ceremony today at the Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. at Fort Worth, Texas. Gen. T. Michael Moseley made the final decision after an extensive nomination and review process, coordinated with the other services and partner nations. In naming the F-35, General Moseley said, "Today, the enemies of peace and freedom have been put on notice. They have feared this day because the F-35 provides the coalition warfighter the perfect blend of speed, precision and stealth. "In my travels, Airmen have given me some great suggestions that we'll see on new Air Force weapons systems in the near future," he said. "The name for the F-35, Lightning II, was a win for aviation heritage and culture." The heritage associated with this name played a significant role in its selection. The original P-38 Lightning was also a strike fighter and had the most air-to-air kills in the Pacific during World War II. Both of America's top two aces -- Maj. Richard Bong, 40 kills, and Maj. Thomas McGuire, 38 kills -- scored all of their victories in the P-38 Lightning in WWII. The Lightning II name also draws parallels with a formidable force of nature. Like lightning, the F-35 Lightning II will strike with destructive force. The stealth characteristics of the jet will allow the F-35 to strike the enemy with accuracy and unpredictability; when the enemy finally hears the thunder, the F-35 is long gone. The F-35 Lightning II is the next generation strike fighter bringing cutting-edge technologies to the battlespace of the future. The Lightning II's advanced airframe, autonomic logistics, avionics, propulsion systems, stealth and firepower will make it an affordable, lethal, supportable and survivable aircraft for warfighters across the globe. The Air Force is the Department of Defense's executive agent for designating and naming military aerospace vehicles. Air Force and Navy representatives proposed the Lightning II name during the review process.
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07-10-2006, 04:56 AM	#2
Zepheris Casull Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 497	... i think i feel dizzy now, of all name to pick...
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07-10-2006, 11:51 AM	#5
NikovK Retired PR Developer Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,630	Oooh, Phantom II... that would be way better.
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JellyBelly Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: The United States of England Posts: 1,310	Hey. It might not be great, but it means something which is what, I guess, was more important. I personally would of called it the Mustang, after the war winning P-51.
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07-10-2006, 05:37 AM	#3
Top_Cat_AxJnAt Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: "destruction of WEYBRIDGE and Shepperton" - WaroftheWorlds Posts: 3,194	it sucks, plain and simple AND WHY THE **** are the RAF and Fleet Airarm going to be flying "Lighting II" - what happened to british birds of prey, SO WHY NOT HARRIER II - is the pretty much the bloody same, just as unorignial but generally better! waaaaaaaarrrrrrrrhhhhhhuuuuuuurrrrrrrrrrggggggggga iiiiiiiiiiirrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrgggggggggggggrrrr, Hmmm

07-10-2006, 09:59 AM	#4
dunkellic Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: germany/bavaria Posts: 1,836	if they had to take an old name and put a "II" at the end, why for gods sake didnt they took "Phantom II"...well, probably doesnt deserve it

07-10-2006, 12:07 PM	#6
Top_Cat_AxJnAt Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: "destruction of WEYBRIDGE and Shepperton" - WaroftheWorlds Posts: 3,194	And the FLeet air arm used to fly those things (Phantom's) off, what was their last great Aircraft Carriers before the Invincible Class - not really a proper aircarft carrier. Therefore the Flying of "Phantom II" off their 2 new, and proper aircraft carriers would be most appropriate, decent and proper!! Personally i much prefer "Phantom II" to "Harrier II". Because technically the F-35 is an American aircraft and therefore should be named accordinly. "harrier II shoudl be reserved for a true British aircraft, if there ever is such a thing again.

07-10-2006, 02:54 PM	#9
Top_Cat_AxJnAt Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: "destruction of WEYBRIDGE and Shepperton" - WaroftheWorlds Posts: 3,194	"blackhole" OR "supernova" would be much more interesting, i think and far more orginal and Down to Earth!

07-10-2006, 03:15 PM	#10
SiN\|ScarFace Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Colorado Posts: 4,367	It will get a better nick name most likely. F-16 Fighting Falcon AKA Viper; A-10 Thunderbolt II AKA Warthog, HOG ect ect

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