
ALT A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFAT) 502, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conducts an aerial demonstration of its vertical landing and short take off capabilities during the 2026 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show in San Diego, Sept. 25, 2026. The F-35B Lightning II is designed to operate from austere bases, along with a range of aviation-capable ships with its short take off and vertical landing capability.\u202FAmerica's Air Show 2026 is a unique and incredible opportunity to witness Marine and joint aviation capabilities, civilian performers and the world-famous Blue Angels; to celebrate America\u2019s 250th birthday alongside Marines and to see first-hand the innovative spirit of the Marine Corps through emerging technologies and forward-thinking.



































