Japan Air Force Buys First Texan II Jet Trainers From Textron
Textron Aviation Defense has signed a contract to deliver the first Beechcraft T-6JP Texan II training aircraft to the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
China Slams Japan’s Plans to Deploy Missiles Near Taiwan
China slammed Japan's decision to push ahead with a planned deployment of missiles on an island near Taiwan.
Honeywell Proposes F124 Engine for Future Japanese Air Force Programs
Honeywell has proposed its advanced F124 turbofan engine for a pair of future programs of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
Beaufort Equips 100th Japanese F-35 Pilot With Survivability Tech
Survival technology solutions provider Beaufort has equipped the 100th Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35 pilot with its Aircrew Flight Equipment (AFE) ensemble.
Japan Receives New F-35 Lightning Fighters From US
Japan has received three F-35 Lightning II aircraft from the US at the Komatsu Air Base in Ishikawa as part of a $23.11-billion deal.
Japan Jets Scrambled at Chinese Drones Up Threefold On-Year
Japan scrambled jets in response to Chinese drones 30 times during the past year, the military said, up over threefold year-on-year.
Following US and China, Japan Unifies Military Branches Under Single Command
Japan has set up a joint operational command for its Self-Defense Forces, emulating a significant step taken by both the US and China to enhance their preparedness for potential conflict.
Japan Could Soon Fly US-Made C-17 Military Transport Aircraft
Japan has expressed interest in acquiring US-made C-17 military transport aircraft to enhance its rapid deployment and tactical logistics capabilities.
Japanese Air Force to Adopt Textron’s Beechcraft Texan II Trainer Aircraft
Japan’s Air Self-Defense Force has selected Textron Aviation Defense’s Beechcraft T-6 Texan II integrated training aircraft to modernize the service’s aircrew training programs.
Kawasaki to Produce 17 Chinook Military Helicopters for Japan
Japan has awarded Kawasaki Heavy Industries a contract to produce 17 CH-47 Chinook heavy-lift helicopters for the armed forces.
Boeing Awarded $451M Contract to Upgrade Japanese F-15s
The US Air Force has awarded Boeing a $450.5-million contract to upgrade dozens of Japanese F-15 fighter jets.
Bell Textron to Supply 412EPX Helicopters for US Foreign Military Sales Program
The US Army has awarded Bell Textron a contract to provide three 412EPX helicopters as part of a foreign military sales program.
Japan Cleared to Buy Nine Additional KC-46A Tanker Aircraft for $4.1B
The US State Department has cleared Japan’s request to purchase additional KC-46A aerial refueling aircraft for $4.1 billion.
Japan Scrambles Jets as Russian Recon Aircraft Circle Country
Japan scrambled fighter jets after Russian aircraft flew around the archipelago for the first time in five years, Tokyo said Friday.
Japan to Sell Patriot Missiles to US, Explore Co-Production
Japan will sell Patriot missiles to the US to help replenish its stocks following Ukraine deliveries.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
