The F-35 is basically the same plane as the F-22. It has been
modified to be a carrier aircraft BRBR

Then the F-17 was basically the same as the F/A-18..which it ain't either.
P. C. Chisholm
CDR, USN(ret.)
Old Phart Phormer Phantom, Turkey, Viper, Scooter and Combat Buckeye Phlyer