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Old 25th Aug 2022, 18:00
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[QUOTE]​Is this possible in an F35b?​​​​​​[/QUOTE

In a word, no.

The articulated engine jetpipe swivels fully down from fully aft and could therefore provide thrust at any angle, although I don't know if there are specific stops that limit the pilots options. However, it's a bit academic as the forward lift fan only provides vertical thrust and cannot be vectored thus preventing such a nose high hover climb.

In the current climate if it were physically possible I'd expect the software to be programmed to prevent it anyway.
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