1SQN | Florennes AB | Belgium
Welcome to the Home of the Stingers !
Created as the First Fighter Squadron during the First World War, the Squadron evolved through the years to become a true multirole squadron.
Flying nowadays the F-35A Lightning II, the Squadron is part of the Belgian Air Force’s core combat capability, and as such has been called upon extensively over the past years. Being Belgium’s only operational squadron still in active service with roots dating back to the First World War, we are proud to uphold the traditions and fighting spirit of our Air Force.
The Squadron Commander and all the Stingers hope you will enjoy our webpage !
ONE Mission
Since 1917, our mission has remained the same: to defend you. Every day, we stand together – one team for Belgium, for Europe, and for NATO.
ONE Team
True expertise isn’t claimed – it’s proven through action, not words. Are you ready to be the one who makes the difference?
ONE Aircraft
Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II
- Type: Single-seat, single-engine stealth multirole fighter
- Engine: Pratt & Whitney F135 turbofan
- Performance: ~Mach 1.6+ and aerial refueling capable.
- Roles: Air superiority, ground attack, electronic warfare, ISR.
- Weapons: Air-to-air missiles and guided bombs.
- Sensor fusion for superior situational awareness.
