The Italian-hosted exercise, Falcon Strike 21, is the latest in a series of events aimed at uniting U.S. and international F-35s. From June 7-15, U.S. Air Force F-35As will join U.S. Marine Corps F-35Bs, F-35As and F-35Bs from the Italian Air Force, F-35Bs from the United Kingdom Royal Air Force, F-35Is from the Israeli Air Force, and fourth generation aircraft. FS21 will provide the opportunity to test and improve shared technical and tactical knowledge, while conducting complex air operations in a multinational, joint force environment. These exercises that feature the F-35 accelerate learning for F-35 partners and unites all as a global power network. (Read more...)