U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen examine the bottom of

U.S. Naval Academy Midshipmen examine the bottom of an F-35C carrier variant during a visit to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron TWOTHREE (VX-23) Nov. 9. The F-35 is the premier multi-mission, 5th generation weapon system. Its ability to collect, analyze and share data is a force multiplier that enhances all assets in the battle-space: with stealth technology, advanced sensors, weapons capacity, and range, the F-35 is the most lethal, survivable, and interoperable fighter aircraft ever built.