The A6M made her maiden flight on April 1, 1939, and was officially introduced into operational service with the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service on July 1, 1940. The plane was manufactured by ...

What You Need to Know: Japan’s Mitsubishi A6M Zero fighter dominated the skies over the Pacific early in World War II, achieving a 12-to-1 kill ratio. This carrier-based warplane, known for its speed, ...