Marine F-35B stealth fighter squadron arrives in Japan

Japan Has ‘Mini-Aircraft Carriers’ Armed with F-35B Stealth Fighters

Key Points – Japan is significantly enhancing its maritime power projection by converting Izumo-class helicopter destroyers, such as JS Kaga, into “mini-aircraft carriers” capable of operating F-35B stealth fighters. -This strategic shift, fueled by Japan’s largest-ever defense budgets, directly responds to concerns over China’s rapid military expansion and its pursuit of “intelligentized warfare” (AI-driven, networked […] The post Japan Has ‘Mi…

US ally receives F-35 boost for future China fight

Japan is converting two helicopter carriers into its first aircraft carriers since World War II, which will be deployed with the F-35B jets.

Marine F-35B stealth fighter squadron arrives in Japan

A Marine fighter attack squadron recently deployed to Japan, joining three other squadrons in an effort to support operations in the Indo-Pacific, according to a release from the 1st Marine Aircraft Wing.Marine Fighter Attack Squadron, or VMFA-211 — an F-35B Lightning II squadron hailing from Yuma, Arizona — arrived at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, on Saturday. The newest additions, also known as the “Wake Island Avengers,” will fold …

Japan's MHI wins contract to build new replenishment ship and two Upgraded FFM

In March, Japan’s ATLA awarded two major contracts to MHI, totaling over 151 billion yen ($1.03 billion), for the construction of a 14,500-tonne replenishment ship and two upgraded Mogami-class “New FFM” (06FFM) frigates for the JMSDF.

Tokyo is upgrading two helicopters to accommodate F-35B fighters against the backdrop of increasing threats from North Korea and China.

US Ally Receives F-35 Boost for Future China Fight

The first fighter jet intended for deployment aboard Japanese aircraft carriers has reportedly completed its maiden flight, as the United States ally strengthens its defenses against China.Lockheed Martin, the American defense contractor that manufactures the stealthy F-35B jets, told Newsweek that it is focused on supporting the "successful delivery" of the jets to Japan.Newsweek has emailed both the Japanese and Chinese defense ministries for …