In order for the F-35 to hover or execute a short or vertical take-off or landing, the pilot would have to engage the LiftSystem. In such instances, the lid behind the cockpit, where a 50-inch ...

The F-35 will replace AV-8B Harrier IIs in the Marine ... The F-35B has a Lift Fan just behind the cockpit and an engine that can swivel 90 degrees when in short takeoff/vertical landing mode.

Below the cockpit on the F-35 airframe ... prevent neck injuries during ejection or high-G maneuvers. The F-35 helmet-display layout and symbols are similar to those of F-22 and F-16 head-up ...