Japan Picks Lockheed For F-X Team

MHI F-2 strike fighter aircraft
Japan’s F-X fighters will replace the fleet of MHI F-2 strike fighters.
Credit: Japanese Air Self-Defense Force
The Japanese defense ministry has selected Lockheed Martin to provide “system integration support” to Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) in developing its F-X fighter. Lockheed will assist MHI with the design of an integrated sensor and weapon system as well as with overall aircraft performance and...

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