Russian Air Force commander Col Gen Alexander Zelin said on Tuesday that his service is testing a new air-to-air missile.
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Month: January 2012
Libyan Mirage F1s symbolically handed back to Libya
A ceremony was held on Monday in Malta whereby two Libyan Mirage F1 fighters were symbolically handed back to Libya.
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Dispute over next Israeli Air Force chief
Tensions are rising between the Israeli government and head of defense force, Lt. Gen. Benny Gantz, on who should be he next air force chief.
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Russia reported to have sold 36 Yak-130s to Syria
Russia has signed an agreement to deliver 36 Yak-130 jet trainer aircraft to Syria, Kommersant daily reported.
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Russia to acquire 30 Vityaz, 100 Pantsir-S air defense systems
The Russian Air Force will receive over 30 Vityaz and 100 Pantsir-S air defense systems by 2020.
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