The F-35X Heavy-Lift Slip-Ship

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Authors: Matt Webb
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Abstract

This paper synthesizes the Webb Mechanical Metric (WMM) into a practical orbital transport model. By scaling the F-35 airframe to five times its original dimensions and utilizing a westward "Into the Wind" trajectory, we demonstrate a transition from the "Brute Force" launch paradigm to a "Transport" flight paradigm. This approach leverages the rotational airstream of the Free Range Electron (FRE) field to maximize lift and minimize gravity losses, resulting in a payload fraction of 15-20%. The vehicle "slips" into orbit by decoupling from Earth's rotational frame rather than escaping through violent acceleration, with return trajectories benefiting from reduced relative velocities for gentler reentry.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Rocket and propulsion systems research Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Advanced Aircraft Design and Technologies

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint