Mitsubishi F-X is a sixth-generation stealth fighter in development for the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
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11 Facts About Mitsubishi F-X
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Mitsubishi F-X program began when the United States banned exports of the Lockheed Martin F-22 Raptor as part of the 1997 Obey amendment in order to safeguard its technology.
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Mitsubishi F-X is a twin engine stealth fighter that is designed for achieving air superiority.
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Mitsubishi F-X is said to be bigger than the F-22, which has earned it the nickname "Godzilla" from Bradley Perrett at Aviation Week.
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Conceptual designs of the Mitsubishi F-X were made then passed through a 3-D digital mock-up system.
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Mitsubishi F-X possess a RF 'self-defense' system to counter aircraft, air-to-air missile and surface-to-air missile threats.
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Mitsubishi F-X uses plasma stealth antenna technology to deflect radio waves.
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The Mitsubishi F-X will be armed with a microwave weapon to disrupt incoming missiles.
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Development of the Mitsubishi F-X allows Japan to catch up to and counter Russian and Chinese stealth fighters.
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Mitsubishi F-X was designed primarily in response to concerns of Chinese, North Korean, and Russian military threats.
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