MilitaryMitsubishi F-2A
Fighter Jetconfirmed
The Mitsubishi F-2A is a single-seat, multirole fighter aircraft derived from the F-16, developed jointly by Japan and the United States. Its primary role is anti-ship and air-to-air combat, tailored for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
Specifications
| Type | Fighter Jet |
| Origin | Japan |
| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries |
| Introduced | 2000 |
| Generation | 4.5th gen |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 2,124 km/h |
| Range | 834 km |
| Ceiling | 18,000 m |
| Crew | 1 |
History
The F-2 program was initiated to replace Japan's aging F-1s and was the first production fighter to feature an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | 62 | confirmed |
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