U.S. and Japan to Establish AMRAAM Missile Assembly Facility Amid Rising Demand
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The United States and Japan have announced plans to establish a facility in Japan for the final assembly and inspection of AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAMs). This agreement, confirmed by Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, follows discussions with U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and aims to enhance bilateral defense cooperation as military demand increases.
This initiative is part of the broader Operation Supercharge, which seeks to bolster defense equipment and technology collaboration between the two nations. The facility will play a crucial role in ensuring access to essential military equipment while strengthening Japan's domestic defense capabilities. However, details regarding the facility's location, construction timeline, production capacity, and industrial partners remain undisclosed.
The agreement comes after a significant production contract awarded to Raytheon for AMRAAM missiles, with a target of at least 1,900 missiles annually. By April 2026, discussions may expand to include Japanese production of circuit card assemblies, further integrating Japan into the AMRAAM manufacturing process.
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Japan To Assemble AMRAAM Missiles As U.S. Moves To Dramatically Boost AIM-120 Production
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