Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa
The Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa was a single-engine fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service in World War II.
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Japan has a rich history in aviation and has produced some notable and influential aircraft designs over the years. Some examples of Japanese aircraft include the Mitsubishi A6M Zero (a single-engine fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II), the Nakajima Ki-84, the Kawasaki Ki-61, and the Mitsubishi G4M. Japanese aviation continues to be at the forefront of aircraft design and technology, with companies such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, and Subaru Corporation continuing to develop cutting-edge aircraft for commercial and military use.
These aircraft not only played pivotal roles in key moments of aviation history but also left an indelible mark on the narrative of Japanese military and technological prowess. Discover the legacy of these Japanese aircraft that soared through the skies and made history.
The Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa was a single-engine fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service in World War II.
The Mitsubishi A6M Zero is a long-range fighter aircraft operated by the Imperial Japanese Navy from 1940 to 1945 during World War II.
The Kawasaki Ki-61 (飛燕) or flying swallow was a Japanese fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service during WW2.
The Kawasaki Ki-10 (九五式戦闘機) was a Japanese biplane fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army during the Second Sino-Japanese War.
The Mitsubishi G4M “Betty” was a twin-engine medium bomber referred to by Navy pilots as Hamaki due to its cylindrical shape.
Follow the events and milestones of Japanese aeronautics.
1931 – Mitsubishi A5M’s Maiden Flight
1940 – A6M Zero’s Combat Debut
1954 – Debut of the Mitsubishi F-86F
2011 – Mitsubishi F-35’s Introduction
2020 – Maiden Flight of the SpaceJet
The Mitsubishi A5M, Japan’s first monoplane fighter, took its maiden flight in 1931, showcasing advancements in Japanese aviation technology.
The Mitsubishi A6M Zero, an iconic World War II fighter, made its combat debut in 1940, demonstrating exceptional agility and range during the early stages of the war.
The Mitsubishi F-86F, a jet fighter developed in the 1950s, made its debut, reflecting Japan’s post-war efforts to rebuild and modernize its air force.
Japan introduced the Mitsubishi F-35 Lightning II in 2011, marking a significant leap in modernizing its air defense capabilities with this advanced fifth-generation stealth fighter.
The Mitsubishi SpaceJet, Japan’s first commercial jetliner, took its maiden flight in 2020, representing Japan’s foray into the competitive global commercial aviation market.
Explore a diverse array of aircraft that have defined Japan’s military aviation legacy, spanning pivotal eras and conflicts. From the iconic Mitsubishi A6M Zero, celebrated for its agility and range, to the Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa, a nimble fighter that left its mark on World War II, our curated collection brings together the most significant planes that once dominated the skies.
The Mitsubishi G4M “Betty” was a twin-engine medium bomber referred to by Navy pilots as Hamaki due to its cylindrical shape.
The Nakajima Ki-43 Hayabusa was a single-engine fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service in World War II.
The Nakajima J1N “Gekko” is a twin-engine aircraft used by the Japanese Imperial Navy during World War II.
The Nakajima A6M2-N was a single-crew floatplane aircraft created in 1941 and based on the Mitsubishi A6M Zero Model 11.
The Kawasaki Ki-46 “Dinah” was a Japanese twin-engine reconnaissance aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army in World War II.
The Mitsubishi J2M “Raiden” was a single-engine, land-based fighter aircraft used during WW2 by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service.
The Mitsubishi A7M “Reppū” was a Japanese carrier-based fighter aircraft designed as the successor to the Imperial Japanese Navy’s A6M Zero.
The Mitsubishi A5M was a Japanese carrier-based fighter aircraft and the world’s first low-wing monoplane shipboard in service.
The Kawasaki Ki-102 was a Japanese twin-engine, two-seat, long-range heavy fighter warplane used during World War II.
The Kawasaki Ki-100 “Goshikisen” is a single-seat, single-engine monoplane fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service.
The Kawanishi N1K was a fighter aircraft of the Imperial Japanese Navy developed in two forms (the boatplane Kyōfū and the land-based Shiden)
The Nakajima Ki-84 was a Japanese single-seat fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service during World War II.
The Kawasaki Ki-61 (飛燕) or flying swallow was a Japanese fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army Air Service during WW2.
The Kawasaki Ki-45 (屠龍) or Dragonlayer was a Japanese two-seat, twin-engine heavy fighter used by the Imperial Japanese Army in World War II.
The Kawasaki Ki-10 (九五式戦闘機) was a Japanese biplane fighter aircraft used by the Imperial Japanese Army during the Second Sino-Japanese War.