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U.S. Marine Corps: VMFA-251 advances new F-35 Lightning II communications tactics

VMFA-251 tested Digital Interoperability kits to speed aircraft turnaround during MAWTS-1 exercise at Yuma.
DI kits connect multiple systems, enabling live situational awareness and real-time data sharing with ground teams.
Link 16 data, including aircraft position and fuel status, is relayed to ground tablets for better planning.
Direct ICS link allows maintainers to troubleshoot without pilots leaving the cockpit.
Handheld radios expanded line-wide communication across multiple maintenance teams.
DI system consolidates data on a single platform for improved information flow.
The initiative aims to increase efficiency and lethality across the Marine Corps.
The DI approach addresses observed flight-line delays and awareness gaps.
The exercise focused on coordination between pilots and ground crews for faster turnaround.
The work supports improved awareness and faster, accurate preparation for incoming aircraft.

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