| Aircraft | |
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| Registration / Serial: | 5503 |
| Aircraft Original Type: | Kawasaki P-1 |
| Aircraft Generic Type: | Kawasaki P-1 |
| Aircraft Version: | Kawasaki P-1 |
| C/n (msn): | 3 |
| Operator Titles: | Japan - Navy |
| Local Operator Name: | 海上自衛隊 |
| Unit Markings: | 51 Kokutai |
| Location | |
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| City / Airport: | AtsugiMap |
| Country: | Japan |
| Airport Codes: | ICAO: RJTA IATA: NJA Local: - Other: - |
| Photo Date: | 20 October 2014 |
| Photo by: | Richard Vandervord |
| Photo ID: | 21968 |
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One of several unique types seen only in Japan is the P-1, designed to supersede the JMSDF's Orions. First flown in 2007, initial deliveries took place in 2013 and as many as 70 may eventually be acquired. In early January 2015, it was even offered as a potential replacement for the UK's axed Nimrods This photo is copyright © Richard Vandervord, and may not be used or published in any way without permission. It was added on 22 November 2017, and has since been viewed 424 times. |