Japan Air Self-Defense Force
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Jul- 2024 -11 JulyAsia Pacific
Japanese F-15s to Get Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles
The Japanese Ministry of Defense has signed a letter of acceptance to procure Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles Extended Range from the US.
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5 JulyBusiness
Mitsubishi Electric to Repair F-15 Radars for US, Allied Air Forces
Mitsubishi Electric has signed a pilot contract with Raytheon to repair transmitters used in APG-63 (V)1 F-15 fighter radars operated by the US Air Force and allied forces.
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Apr- 2024 -2 AprilArms
Japanese Soldiers Complete US-Led Tomahawk Land Attack Missile Training
The Japan Maritime and Air Self-Defense Forces have completed a Tomahawk land attack missile training under the US Navy in Yokosuka.
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Jan- 2024 -29 JanuaryAsia Pacific
US to Include Japan in Future Drone Wingman Project
The US will collaborate with Japan on a next-generation drone project, US Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall reportedly said.
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2 JanuaryAir
Japan Finishes SH-60L Naval Combat Helicopter Development
Japan has completed the development of its newest SH-60L helicopter for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF).
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Oct- 2023 -11 OctoberAsia Pacific
‘Not Proud At All:’ Japan’s Army Struggles to Recruit
A recent open day at a Japanese military base near Tokyo was a fun family outing but, despite the games and snacks, the army recruitment stand was bereft of visitors.
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Sep- 2023 -18 SeptemberAsia Pacific
Boeing to Upgrade Japan’s F-15s With Advanced Electronic Warfare Suite
Boeing has been contracted to outfit Japanese F-15 Super Interceptor fighter jets with an advanced electronic warfare system.
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4 SeptemberAsia Pacific
Japan Plans Indigenous Air-to-Air Missile for Sixth-Gen Fighter
Japan plans to develop an indigenous air-to-air missile to arm the next-generation fighter jet it has been developing with the UK and Italy.
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Aug- 2023 -30 AugustAsia Pacific
US Approves JASSM-ER Air-Launched Missile Sale to Japan
The US State Department has approved Japan’s request to buy 50 Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles with Extended Range and related gear.
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7 AugustAsia Pacific
Japan Mulling Cargo Aircraft-Launched Missile Capability
The Japanese Ministry of Defense is considering mounting long-range missiles on military transport aircraft as part of a counter-strike capability.
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