F-35: The Quarterback of Piloted and Drone Teaming

Just as the West Coast offense revolutionized American football, crewed-uncrewed teaming is transforming air combat. In this new era, the F-35 acts as the quarterback, leading uncrewed systems ahead of the mission, orchestrating the operation with unmatched situational awareness.

By acting as the central intelligence hub, the F-35 processes vast amounts of battlefield data in real time, distributing critical information to pilots, ground forces and allied platforms. This unmatched situational awareness allows commanders to make decisions faster, outmaneuver threats and dominate the battlespace.

Speaking of quarterbacks, the F-35 was on full display during the Super Bowl LIX flyover, leading the way in honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States Marine Corps.

With piloted and drone teaming at the forefront, the F-35 continues to evolve, ensuring that warfighters stay ahead of the competition—no matter the mission.

Watch the flyover here: