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Japan Grounds V-22 Osprey Fleet Again After Incident on Sunday, Aircraft Became Unstable

Nov 3, 2024, 02:10 PM

Japan has once again grounded its fleet of V-22 Osprey aircraft following a flight incident that occurred last Sunday. Reports indicate that during takeoff, one of the hybrid helicopter-aircraft became unstable and struck the ground. This incident marks the latest in a series of safety concerns regarding the V-22 Osprey, which has faced scrutiny for its operational reliability. The grounding of the fleet raises questions about the future of Japan's military aviation capabilities, particularly in light of ongoing safety assessments.