National Defence and Canadian Forces News Release: Today, the Honourable Julian Fantino, Associate Minister of National Defence, made the following statement following Japan’s decision to purchase the next-generation F-35 Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). Like Canada, countries are choosing this state-of-the-art aircraft over other fighters including the F-18 Super Hornet and the Eurofighter Typhoon. “Our government’s priority is delivering our Canadian Forces the aircraft they agree gives them the best possible chance of mission success well into the 21st century,” said Minister Fantino. “Today’s announcement ... Read more

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The Japan Ministry of Defense has announced its selection of the Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] F-35 Lightning II as the Japan Air Self Defense Force’s (JASDF) next generation fighter aircraft, following the F-X competitive bid process. The F-35A conventional takeoff and landing variant (CTOL) was offered by the United States government with participation from Lockheed Martin. The initial contract will be for four jets in Japan Fiscal Year 2012, which begins April 1, 2012. “We are honored by the confidence the Japanese government has ... Read more

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