Japanese US-2 amphibious aircraft tracked near Yashiro

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.