NS17 is an ADF training activity where high-readiness forces deploy quickly to remote locations in Australia.
The Marines are working a distributed force capability built around their F-35s and MV-22s to operate from battlefield FARPs.
Hot Loading is part of rapid sortie generation rate by a distributed STOVL force.
Video:SEAD Mission
Video:F-35B Operating from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni (2)
Video:VMGR-252 Refuelling Harriers and F-35s
Video:F-35B Operating from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni
The first F-35 has arrived at Eielson Air Force Base.