Eglin Unveiling

Posted 26 August 2011

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Photo by Samuel King, Jr.

The first F-35A Lightning II was officially unveiled in ceremonies at Eglin AFB, Florida, on 26 August 2011. On display for the ceremony, surrounded by lighting effects, was the first F-35A (Air Force serial number 08-0747), which was delivered to Eglin on 14 July. "While this celebration is taking place in the Air Force hangar with the Air Force variant of the F-35, this is really a story about the fully integrated team of Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, industry, and community partners who have been working years to make this day possible," said Col. Andrew Toth, the 33rd Fighter Wing commander. The 33rd FW is the US and international training wing for all three F-35 variants.

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