RECOGNIZING F-35 DEMONSTRATION

On 2026-09-03, Representative Donald G. Davis (D-NC-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING F-35 DEMONSTRATION" in the House.

RECOGNIZING F-35 DEMONSTRATION

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 140 (Thursday, September 3, 2026)] [House] [Pages H5490-H5491] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING F-35 DEMONSTRATION (Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) Mr. DAVIS of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, exciting news: Lockheed Martin brought an F-35 Lightning II cockpit demonstrator to LCC's Senator Jim Perry Aviation Center for Excellence at the North Carolina Global TransPark. [[Page H5491]] Flying this simulator with Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt was a powerful reminder that the future of American aviation and our national defense is stronger because of eastern North Carolina. The F-35 is central to the modernization of Marine Corps aviation, and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point is preparing to support F-35 squadrons as part of this transformation. Such investment strengthens our national security while supporting skilled jobs, innovation, and economic opportunity. We are extremely proud of our Marines and proud that eastern North Carolina continues to play a vital role in our Nation's defense. ____________________