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  Ki-45 Nick Manufacture Number ?  
JAAF
5th Hiko Sentai

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Australian Army 1945

Aircraft History
Built by Kawasaki. Delivered to the Japanese Army Air Force (JAAF) as Type 2 Two-Seat Fighter Toryu / Ki-45 Nick manufacture number unknown (likely four digits).

Wartime History
Assigned to the 5th Hiko Sentai (5th Flying Regiment). No known markings or tail code. This Nick operated from Lautem Airfield on Timor. This aircraft was either disabled or nosed over on landing, breaking the fuselage and nose section.

Wreckage
During September 1945, the wreckage of this Nick remained at Lautem Airfield. Ultimate fate unknown, likely scrapped or otherwise disappeared.

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March 20, 2022

 

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