Operating military aircraft on highways isn't a new concept, and the US has been focused on this ability for years. But this latest development was nonetheless a first.
US Army photo by Sgt. Scyrrus Corregidor
- The US landed two F-35 Lightning II fighter jets on a highway in Europe for the first time.
- The training occurred in Finland, one of NATO's newest members.
- Highway flight operations are part of the US military's focus on Agile Combat Employment efforts.
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