Green Light for F-15 Japanese Super Interceptor Upgrades
Japan’s fighter roadmap includes the purchase of 147 F-35A/Bs, development of a new fighter, and the upgrade of around half of its F-15 Eagle fleet.
A previously upgraded F-15J, armed with AIM-7 Sparrow and AAM-5 missiles, departs Naha airbase on Okinawa for an air defense mission. (Photo: Chen Chuanren)
A previously upgraded F-15J, armed with AIM-7 Sparrow and AAM-5 missiles, departs Naha airbase on Okinawa for an air defense mission. (Photo: Chen Chuanren)