In January 2014, the U.S. Navy began taking measures on America in order to reduce damage from excessive heat given off by the F-35B and MV-22 to prolong the life of the flight deck. The F-35B engine gives off much more heat than the previous AV-8B Harrier STOVL fighter and the MV-22 Osprey's heat exhaust has been known to damage flight decks. Plans include 14 different modifications to the ship and limiting the number of flight operations that are conducted off the deck.
In January 2014, the U.S. Navy began implementing measures on America to lessen damage from excessive heat generated by the F-35B and MV-22 to extend the lifespan of the flight deck. The F-35B engine emits significantly more heat than the previous AV-8B Harrier STOVL fighter, and the MV-22 Osprey's exhaust has been known to harm flight decks. Plans include 14 different modifications for the ship and limiting the number of flights conducted off the deck.