The ATD-X's engines produce 5,000kg of thrust. Photo: SCMP
The ATD-X's engines produce 5,000kg of thrust. Photo: SCMP

Japan's indigenous stealth fighter to fly this year amid arms race worries

Development of ATD-X jet part of Tokyo's effort to upgrade its defence capabilities; analysts warn it could spark claims of arms race in Asia

The ATD-X's engines produce 5,000kg of thrust. Photo: SCMP
The ATD-X's engines produce 5,000kg of thrust. Photo: SCMP
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