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Australian air force takes lead on tri-national Cope North 2020 humanitarian exercise
Cope North 2020 united the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Forces and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force in a 17-day-long simulation.
By Olivia Vermane
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Japan blames spatial disorientation for F-35 crash
There were no indications of mechanical or other issues with the Lockheed Martin-made aircraft
By Mike Yeo
US ends search for Japanese F-35 that crashed in April
The U.S. Navy said Thursday it has suspended its search for a Japanese air force F-35A stealth fighter that crashed off Japan’s coast last month.
Japan confirms F-35A fighter jet crashed; remaining aircraft still grounded
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force pointed to debris sighted and recovered by ships and helicopters searching for the aircraft.
By Mike Yeo
Japan base welcomes 1st deployed F-35A, but industry hiccups delay fighter’s supplies
It has been reported that Japanese-made parts that were to be included in the fighters have not actually been used so far.
By Mike Yeo