Japanese MoD denies reports of 2015 first flight for ATD-X prototype

[gslv mk3]

IHI F7 used some tech from GE cowl opening systems.

For thrust reversal.

 

[Zero_wing]

That is not true. F-2 is a derivative copy of F-16. The US supply and provide at least 80% of the F-16 technology and give license for Japan to build F-2.

Let talk not of something that never happen and deal with the reality. High-bypass engine requires a lot of research, testing, and resources. A minimum of 2-3 decade is minimum to reach maturity. Japan simply never face a problem on their own. We see if they can do it without the US babysitting them this time. Let the result do the talking.

No and yes the F2 is bigger than a normal F16 and it was tailor made for Japanese Defense requirements so yes base on the F16 design but not the actual F16 or any of its blocks.

 

[ice bomb]

That was a thought mistake. Thanks friend for correcting! LOL

IHI F7 used some tech from GE cowl opening systems. Let remind everyone of that.


Comparing us 30 years ago is like comparing an ant to an elephant. 30 years ago, our GDP is $200 billion or so, today it is over $9 trillion. Let remember that, friend! LOL

Dude, China managed to copy the engine after 30 years. The engine was imported in the 70s.. And we are talking about a british engine of the 60s. hahahah

 

[xunzi]

Dude, China managed to copy the engine after 30 years. The engine was imported in the 70s.. And we are talking about a british engine of the 60s. hahahah

Spey MK202 is a license built that we bought. At first, we import the engine but since we found we could upgrade a better MK202 and with license, we make a better WS-9 in later year. Fact speaks the truth.

 

[Aepsilons]

Detractors , detractors...what can we expect? lol

 

[Qweset]

I think Japan can make a 5th gen fighter but right now they lack technology, experience and infrastructure but they have the potential and capability but it takes time to get experience and develop the needed technologies. This is why they are going for 2040 to make it operational. The project has started in 2007 I think they can do it in nearly 4 decades. I believe the whole project is realistic.

 

[William Hung]

Japan should of just negotiate/beg the US/Northop for the blueprints of the YF-23.

Such a beautiful bird and such a waste it got rejected.

 

[Aepsilons]

Too much anti-Japan hateration in this thread.

To all dem haters, take a shower and relax...

 

[ice bomb]

Spey MK202 is a license built that we bought. At first, we import the engine but since we found we could upgrade a better MK202 and with license, we make a better WS-9 in later year. Fact speaks the truth.

Prove it.

 

[terranMarine]

Prove it.

Here moron WS9 Imported Spey Engine Technology

 

[ice bomb]

Here moron WS9 Imported Spey Engine Technology

I blame it on your parents not teaching you manners and your teachers for failing to teach you proper reading skills.

 

[Echo_419]

Japan should of just negotiate/beg the US/Northop for the blueprints of the YF-23.

Such a beautiful bird and such a waste it got rejected.

Looks a little bit peculiar don't you think

 

[cnleio]

Japan should of just negotiate/beg the US/Northop for the blueprints of the YF-23.

Such a beautiful bird and such a waste it got rejected.

New tech unstable and more risk for F-23 project, also more expensive than F-22.

 

[BoQ77]

Japan doesn't need to hurry up. They have enough time to test carefully.
The F35A/B is their first 5th gen for sure.

 

[cnleio]

ATD-X clear pics