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RAF Marham in Norfolk, England, is the home base of the Royal Air Force's F-35B Lightning II force, making it the UK's primary fifth-generation combat aircraft station following the jet's introduction in 2018.

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Which aircraft are based at RAF Marham?

RAF Marham is the main operating base for Britain's F-35B Lightning force. The short-takeoff and vertical-landing aircraft operates from land and from the Royal Navy's Queen Elizabeth-class carriers.

Why was RAF Marham chosen for the F-35B?

The Norfolk station received new maintenance, training, and operational infrastructure for the Lightning programme. Centralizing those facilities supports both Royal Air Force and Royal Navy personnel working within the UK's joint force.

What flew from RAF Marham before the F-35?

The station was closely associated with the Panavia Tornado, including strike and reconnaissance units. The RAF retired the Tornado in 2019 as Marham transitioned to the F-35B.

Is RAF Marham used by the Royal Navy as well as the RAF?

Yes. The UK's Lightning Force is jointly staffed, even though Marham is an RAF station. Royal Navy pilots and maintainers based there can deploy with F-35Bs aboard HMS Queen Elizabeth or HMS Prince of Wales.

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