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A stealth weapons pod for the F-35

An F-18 weapons pod could be adaptable to the F-35, with the work required and adoption still uncertain.

F-35B F-35C Naval Aviation Stealth Technology

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Question

What would fitting the F-18 stealth weapons pod to an F-35C require?

Short answer

It might take less work than expected, but adoption is uncertain. The F-35B could also be an interesting application.

Notes

Adapting the F-18 pod to an F-35C might require less work than expected, although the extent of integration remains uncertain. Adoption is also uncertain. The F-35B could be an interesting alternative application.