An F-35C from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 23 made an arrested landing aboard the future USS John F. Kennedy on 13 October, according to Marine Insight’s account of the US Navy announcement.

The trial formed part of aircraft compatibility testing of the carrier’s launch and recovery equipment. The report describes continuing tests and a planned formal delivery in spring 2027; it does not establish completion of the programme or operational readiness.

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Reported landing13 October 2026event dateLanding trial aboard the future USS John F. Kennedy
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Source: Marine Insight · original report