The Week in Defense, Dec. 15-22, 2021

Jen DiMascio December 15, 2021
Boeing F-15
Upgrades to the F-15 for the Japanese military had been in doubt because of the cost, but they are likely to be considered as part of the nation’s next budget.
Credit: Boeing
Japan and U.S. Companies Reach Agreement on F-15 Upgrades The Japanese defense ministry has come to an agreement with U.S. manufacturers and agencies to settle the F-15J/DJ upgrade program at ¥397 billion ($3.5 billion), according to Japanese national news agency NHK. The Japanese Super Interceptor...
Jen DiMascio

Based in Washington, Jen previously managed Aviation Week’s worldwide defense, space and security coverage.

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