Tokyo has decided to boost the capabilities of the JASDF by combining the Tactical Fighter Training Group and Air Defense Missile Training Group into a single unit.
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Day: January 4, 2014
RCAF finished fighter evaluation
Canada has completed evaluations into four fighter jets and the military is preparing draft documents on their price, technical capabilities and the strategic advantages.
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Pentagon waived laws to allow Chinese parts to be installed on F-35
Reuters reported that the Pentagon repeatedly waived laws banning Chinese-built components on U.S. weapons in order for those parts to be installed on the F-35.
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Canada to continue with Maritime Helicopter Project and begin retiring Sea Kings in 2015
Hitachi Consulting has recommended that Canada continue the CH-148 helicopter program and work with Sikorsky to deliver a fully capable maritime helicopter.
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Argentine Mirage F1M talks stalled
Jane’s says talks between Argentina and Spain for the purchase of Spain’s Mirage F1M fighters have stalled and is likely to be canceled.
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