## Japan's 'Heavily Modified' Aircraft Carrier Is Headed To U.S. To Test F-35 STOVL Operations Amid Boiling Indo-Pacific Tensions Japan's largest warship will soon be departing on a month-long trip to the United States. There, it will participate in joint training exercises with the U.S. Navy. The exercises will focus on testing the capabilities of the F-35B Lightning II, a new type of fighter jet that can take off and land vertically. The F-35B is based on the F-35A, which is already in service with the U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps. However, the F-35B has a number of unique features that make it ideal for operating from ships, including a powerful engine that allows it to take off and land vertically. This ability gives the F-35B a number of advantages over traditional fighter jets. For example, it can be deployed from smaller ships than traditional jets, which makes it ideal for operating in areas with limited infrastructure. Additionally, the F-35B can be used to conduct a variety of missions, including air-to-air combat, ground attack, and electronic warfare. The exercises between Japan and the U.S. will be the first time that the F-35B has been tested on a Japanese warship. The exercises will also be an opportunity for the two countries to strengthen their military cooperation. The F-35B is a key part of Japan's plans to modernize its military. Japan is facing a number of challenges in the Indo-Pacific region, including the growing threat from China. The F-35B will give Japan a new capability to defend itself against these threats. 1. **Japan's largest warship, the JS Izumo, is headed to the United States to participate in joint training exercises with the U.S. Navy.** 2. **The exercises will focus on testing the capabilities of the F-35B Lightning II, a new type of fighter jet that can take off and land vertically.** 3. **The F-35B is a key part of Japan's plans to modernize its military and defend itself against threats in the Indo-Pacific region.**
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