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The Harpoon Missile: A Look at America’s Maritime Strike System

A quick but comprehensive guide to the Harpoon missile, explaining its range, guidance, launch platforms, and enduring role in modern naval warfare.

Japan Announces More Funding for Next-Gen EW Aircraft Based on Kawasaki P-1

Japan is investing $288.2 million to develop an electronic warfare aircraft based on the Kawasaki P-1 for the Maritime Self-Defense Force.

Argentina Accepts First Orion Patrol Aircraft From Norway

The Norwegian government has delivered the Argentine Navy’s first P-3C Orion surveillance and anti-submarine aircraft in Chubut Province.

Norway to Retire P-3 Orion Fleet After 54 Years

The Royal Norwegian Air Force will retire its P-3 Orion maritime surveillance aircraft fleet, in service for more than five decades, on June 30.

Japan to send military assets to the Gulf but won’t join US coalition

Japan will send a military vessel and two patrol planes to help protect waterways in the Middle East but will not join a US-led coalition in the region

As US Navy orders more P-8A Poseidon surveillance planes, Orion squadron flies final mission

The US Navy is phasing out long-time patrol aircraft P-3C Orion in favor of its successor, the Boeing P-8A Poseidon maritime surveillance plane