Developing Japan's future fighter jet

Developing Japan's future fighter jet

NAGOYA, Japan - Photo shows a scale model of a test fighter jet that Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Ltd. is building under a contract with the Defense Ministry. The test fighter jet will be used to demonstrate the aircraft's stealth capabilities and high maneuverability as Japan develops its next-generation fighter jet.

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