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Japanese US-2 amphibious aircraft tracked near Yashiro

A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft has been tracked operating south of Yashiro Island.

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South of Yashiro Island, Japan
Updated
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 at 00:23 UTC
Japanese US-2 amphibious aircraft tracked near Yashiro
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A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious search and rescue aircraft has been tracked on a mission south of Yashiro Island. The aircraft, identified by its registration 87C854 and serial number 9902, is a long-range platform capable of landing on water. Its presence in this area is consistent with routine maritime patrol and training operations conducted by the JMSDF. No further details about the specific nature of the flight have been disclosed.
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