[4K] USMC F-35B Demo: STOVL Hover & Pure Engine Sound | MCAS Iwakuni, Japan 2025

Witness the raw power of the F-35B Lightning II tearing through the skies at MCAS Iwakuni Friendship Day 2025. USMC Maj. Seth “Meechum” Stewart (VMFAT-501) pushes the 5th-generation STOVL fighter to its absolute limits, flying a highly rare VMFA-242 "Bats" color bird for this OCONUS demonstration. Highlights: STOVL Hover: Observe the continuous micro-adjustments of the downward-vectored engine nozzle and the intricate array of open doors required for vertical flight. Listen closely to the highly distinct F135 engine sound that only occurs during the hover. Aero Surfaces: Pay close attention to the fascinating and complex movements of the horizontal stabilizers during high-alpha pass and tactical pitch. Rare Squadron Art: Catch the badass giant bat painted on the spine of the aircraft, a unique sight exclusive to this VMFA-242 airframe. Recorded in stunning 4K. Put on your headphones for the full, bone-rattling pure F135 engine experience. 00:00 Short Takeoff 00:35 Minimum Radius Turn 01:07 High Alpha Loop 01:36 Mach Run🦇 01:48 Vertical Climb to Aileron Roll 02:26 Square Loop 03:10 Slow Speed Pass 03:38 Tac Pitch🦇 03:53 Pedal Turn 04:42 Tac Pitch🦇 04:54 Hovering 07:07 Rolling Vertical Landing #F35 #F35B #USMarines #USMC #AirShow #Aviation #FighterJet #Stealth