Aviation News
Tactical transport aircraft from New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, the United States and French forces from New Caledonia, will be taking part in Exercise Kiwi Flag 2013 at Ohakea Air Base this month.
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Tokyo is considering allowing Japan Bank for International Cooperation, a state-run bank, to provide low interest loans to support exports of military aircraft.
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Royal Canadian Air Force evaluators warned nine years ago that the Sikorsky CH-148 Cyclone helicopter could have issues affecting its performance.
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A U.S. Navy T-45 crashed while landing at NAS Pensacola, the crew ejected. One pilot in fair but stable condition and the other listed as serious but stable.
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The Royal Air Force’s 617 Squadron has started its final Tornado mission with its deployment to Afghanistan.
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