Japanese Defense Minister Naoki Tanaka made it clear on Wednesday that he will cancel the order for the F-35 if the price for the plane rises or delivery is delayed.
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All eyes on post of air force chief as RTAF celebrates 100 years
The current Royal Thai Air Force chief, ACM Itthaporn Subha-wong, will be stepping down this year and many are wondering who will replace him.
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USAF cancels Super Tucano deal, to investigate and quickly redo contest
The U.S. Air Force on Tuesday canceled a $355 million contract for 20 A-29 Super Tucanos, citing problems with documents used to make the decision.
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Russia buys 20 MiG-29K and four MiG-29KUB
The Russian defense ministry has ordered 20 MiG-29K and four MiG-29KUB carrier-borne fighters. Delivery will start next year.
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Sweden needs 60 to 80 new Gripen fighters
Head of the Swedish Armed Forces, Gen. Sverker Goeranson, said Sweden needs 60 to 80 new Gripen fighters from 2020.
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