It also features the message “C-1 Forever” on the left side of the fuselage, reminiscent of the “Phantom Forever” messages on some of the JASDF’s F-4 as they faced retirement back in 2021.
The contract for these additional missiles to equip its F-15J, F-35A and F-35B fighter jets follows its earlier request for 50 missiles in March 2024. The US State Department has approved the sale of ...