Aircraft Photo of 4783 | Kawasaki P-2J | Japan - Navy | AirHistory.net #2700
Aircraft
Registration / Serial:4783
Aircraft Original Type:Lockheed P-2 Neptune
Aircraft Generic Type:Lockheed P-2 Neptune
Aircraft Version:Kawasaki P-2J
Licence-built by:Kawasaki
C/n (msn):7082
Operator Titles:Japan - Navy
Local Operator Name:海上自衛隊
Location
City / Airport:KanoyaMap
Country:Japan
Airport Codes:ICAO: RJFY   IATA: -   Local: -   Other: -
Collection:Kanoya Air Base Museum
 
Photo Date:26 October 2014
Photo by:Richard Vandervord
Photo ID: 2700
Photo Comment

A total of 83 P-2Js were delivered to the JMSDF between 1969 and 1979. Besides converting the Neptune to turboprop power, Kawasaki incorporated many of the advanced systems used in the Lockheed P-3 Orion. A 54-inch fuselage extension between the wing and cockpit accommodated improved electronics

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