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Tempest Fighter Jet Delays Prompt Japan's F-35 Considerations

6/11/2025

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The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK, Italy, and Japan, is set to create the Tempest fighter jet by 2035. However, potential delays could push its launch past 2040, leading Japan to contemplate more F-35 acquisitions. Despite these worries, Japan's defense ministry insists the timeline stays intact, highlighting strong cooperation among allies.

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The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK, Italy, and Japan, is set to create the Tempest fighter jet by 2035. However, potential delays could push its launch past 2040, leading Japan to contemplate more F-35 acquisitions. Despite these worries, Japan's defense ministry insists the timeline stays intact, highlighting strong cooperation among allies.