The equipment of the F-35B, the first supersonic STOVL aircraft (video)

[wbarnhill]

http://gizmodo.com/382151/the-histo...al-lift-from-napkin-to-first-supersonic-plane

Pretty neat video explaining the way the shaft driven lift fan works on the new F-35B Lightning II.

 

[ntbjounin]

that is unbelievable! but fascinating.

 

[flyersfan31]

Any engineers want to weigh in here? The first I heard of this system, during the competition, I thought there was no way it would win. It seems overly complex, to say the least. Fancy. Effective. But durable? Lots of moving and swiveling and driveshafts etc. What do I know? Nothing. That's why I'd like some more informed opinion. Mine's worthless!!!