The seaplane’s closest chance at export came in 2021, when the Indian Navy expressed interest in 12-18 aircraft, but cost disagreements killed the deal.
Credit: ShinMaywa
ShinMaywa, known for its seaplane construction pedigree, is facing a chicken-and-egg dilemma. Foreign interest in its US-2 amphibious aircraft and relaxed Japanese export regulations are giving the company renewed opportunities. However, because the Japanese defense ministry wants to maintain a...
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