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USMC wants a Mi-17 or Mi-24 to act as aggressor

Posted on April 28, 2018April 28, 2018 by alert5

The U.S. Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command is seeking for a Mi-17 or Mi-24 attack helicopter to provide realistic training for the Marines.

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Finland kicks off fighter competition

Posted on April 28, 2018April 28, 2018 by alert5

Finland is inviting fighter manufacturers to submit bids to supply 64 aircraft to replace its legacy Hornets.

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Embraer to deliver first KC-390 closer to end of the year

Posted on April 28, 2018 by alert5

Embraer disclosed during an earnings call with journalists that its KC-390 cargo plane is expected to be delivered to launch customer – the Brazilian Air Force – “closer to end of the year.”