American F-35 stealth fighters landed on a highway in Europe for the first time in training with one of NATO's newest allies

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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