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Japan's new ‘ugly duckling' electronic-warfare aircraft takes to the sky

With Japan ramping up its electronic-warfare spending, the question is how many of the planes the nation will ultimately want ...
The Aviationist on MSN

Japan's "Platypus" EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer Flies for the First Time

Japan has started the flight testing of the EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer aircraft, whose unusual shape has attracted widespread ...
Morning Overview on MSN

Japan’s EC-2 electronic-warfare aircraft makes its first flight

Japan’s EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer aircraft completed its first flight and was publicly revealed on March 12, 2026, when official photographs taken at Gifu Air Base confirmed the new electronic-warfare ...
The Aviationist on MSN

Japan Releases First Official Photos of EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer Aircraft

Japan's Aviation Development and Testing Group has released official photos of the JASDF's EC-2 Stand-Off Jammer aircraft which was first spotted last month at Gifu Air Base. The Japan Air ...
Stars and Stripes

US, Japan demonstrate airpower in wake of Russia, China flights

TOKYO — Japanese fighters and United States strategic bombers made a show of force together Wednesday, a day after 11 Chinese and Russian aircraft flew routes close to Japan and South Korea. Japan ...
Upgraded Points on MSN

ANA vs. Japan Airlines business class: My recent experience flying both

On my most recent trip to Japan, I had the chance to experience Japan Airlines’ newest business class on the Airbus A350-1000 ...