日本「加賀號」：F-35B在美國發射和著陸測試
・航空母艦改裝完成，寄往聖地牙哥
・F-35B 的短程發射和垂直著陸測試
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Japan’s destroyer Kaga:
It has been revealed that the ship will be dispatched to the US for F-35B takeoff and landing training.
Kaga’s “conversion to an aircraft carrier” completed:
1. The destroyer Kaga underwent the necessary modifications for takeoffs and landings over the course of about two years.
2. The shape of the bow has been changed to a square shape, and the paint on the rear of the deck has been made heat-resistant.
Announcement by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force:
On September 10, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force announced that it would be conducting tests with the US Navy on the US West Coast.
The F-35B, which the Japan Air Self-Defense Force will introduce, will be used to perform short takeoffs, vertical landings, and handling inside the ship.
Training on take-off and landing with the Izumo-class:
1. The Izumo destroyer had only conducted one take-off and landing training before the upgrade.
2. The F-35B will be tested multiple times in the post-upgrade training.
The Kaga destroyer will depart Kure, Hiroshima Prefecture on September 17.
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/623668a6f20a6368a732f212eb624de6839034fe
Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force: Chief of Staff of the Maritime Self-Defense Force, Satoshi Saito
Press conference on September 10:
1. The Kaga destroyer will be dispatched to the US from October 5 to November 18.
2. Tests of take-off and landing will be conducted off the coast of San Diego using the US military’s F35B.
Converting the Kaga into an aircraft carrier:
In March of this year, the Kaga underwent modifications to become an aircraft carrier.
1. The bow was changed from a trapezoid to a square.
2. Part of the deck was made heat-resistant to withstand the heat of landing.
Saito emphasized the significance:
1. To defend the sea and airspace around Japan, it is essential to be able to take off and land at sea.
2. Acquiring the ability to operate the F35B will improve defense capabilities and contribute to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.
Supported by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps:
The F35B will be able to take off from the ship in a short distance and land vertically.
1. The procedure for storing the aircraft in the hangar using the elevator installed on the deck.
2. Checking that there are no problems with various equipment when refueling, maintenance, and parking.
The ship is scheduled to depart the JMSDF Kure Base on September 17th.
About 20 members of the Air Self-Defense Force will also participate for training.
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/7948c291c66055828e47d2688384390d1be0afef
The huge Izumo-class destroyer will be able to dock!
・36 billion yen to be invested in the development of Sasebo Base
・Significantly strengthening the “western base” and constructing a new wharf
Expansion of Sasebo Base: “Sakibe East District”
Magnificent! This is the completed image of the “expansion of Sasebo Base”.
1. A wharf where large destroyers can be moored and a logistical support facility will be constructed.
2. 36 billion yen has been budgeted for the facility development costs for next fiscal year.
Importance of Sasebo Base:
Of the total eight Aegis ships owned by the Maritime Self-Defense Force, four will call Sasebo Base their home port.
It will be further strengthened as a rear support base for the defense of the Nansei Islands.
Facilities to be used by the JMSDF:
In addition to a wharf capable of mooring multiple large ships, a supply warehouse, ammunition storage facility, and management building are also planned.
It will also be possible to moor DDHs (helicopter destroyers) such as the Izumo-class, DDGs (missile destroyers), and AOEs (supply ships).
https://news.yahoo.co.jp/articles/8ac8193d2a36a3dcbfe00b474f2ca38b237309a7