Originally Posted by
sycamore
Is there any particular reason why the F35 comes to a hover at ~100 ft then lets down ...?If it`s so clever why not just drive on down to 15-20 ft..easier references,less power used.....?
I suspect it is clever enough to do that however, because old habits (procedures) die hard perhaps...
Whether Carrier or terrain - allows pilot to ascertain suitability of landing zone for touchdown.
