Japan: Aircraft carrier of “Izumo”: F35B departure and arrival test within the fiscal year
Self-Defense Forces:
The Minister of Defense Kishi will effectively “aircraft carrier” the “Izumo” of the Maritime Self-Defense Force.
It was announced that the latest stealth fighter “F35B” will be tested for landing and landing with the cooperation of the US military during this year.
He expressed his intention to proceed with adjustments such as the specific implementation time.
Ministry of Defense:
The Maritime Self-Defense Force’s “Izumo” type escort ship is undergoing renovation toward “aircraft carrier”.
We are planning to operate the state-of-the-art stealth fighter “F35B”.
Minister of Defense Kishi:
At a press conference after the Cabinet meeting, “Announced the operation of F35B on the” Izumo “type escort ship.
Conduct verification test
A verification test will be conducted after the renovation with the cooperation of the US military, which has operational experience.
“F35B” departure and arrival test
After gaining knowledge about repairs and operations, we will conduct a landing test of “F35B” with the cooperation of the US military during this year.
NHK News
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