Japan planned to purchase 42 F-35 fighters. Japan Air Self-Defense Force's first Lightning II, the F-35A 69-8701, made its first flight on August 24, 2016. A total of four F-35As belonging to the JASDF are currently undergoing training in the U.S. The first F-35A assembled by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Japan has also rolled off production line in February 2017.
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This F-35A Lightning II Fighter JASDF plastic model kit features accurate profile, complete weapons bay and air inlet ducts, lots of surface details and various store options. Elevator surfaces can be installed in different positions.
