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From: tek@CS.UCLA.EDU (Ted Kim (Random Dude))
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Subject: Re: Aegis cruisers
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Date: 17 Apr 91 16:52:26 GMT
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From: tek@CS.UCLA.EDU (Ted Kim (Random Dude))


>zarda@csd4.csd.uwm.edu writes:
>Second of all, aren't the Japanese going to build this system also?
>If so, how many do they plan on building, are any under construction?

The Japanese are building Aegis destroyers similar to our DDG-51
Arleigh Burke class.

>And last of all have any other Allies expressed interest in purchasing 
>this system?

As far as I know, no other allies have any plans to build Aegis ships.
Of course, many have plans to deploy new naval AAW systems in the
future. However, in general, they are looking to fill a somewhat less
demanding role.

As far as NATO goes, interest is centered on what to put on the next
generation frigates and destroyers. Unfortunately, the NATO frigate
project collapsed. So now it looks like, each nation may decide
independently. The two main competitors at this point are NAAWS and
FAMS. 

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