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U.S. and Italian Navies complete landmark Multi-Large Deck Event in Indo-Pacific

Posted on August 11, 2024 by alert5

The U.S. Navy’s Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group and the Italian Navy’s Cavour Carrier Strike Group have successfully concluded the first-ever bilateral Multi-Large Deck Event (MLDE) in the Indo-Pacific region on August 9. This groundbreaking exercise brought together over 7,500 personnel from both navies, showcasing advanced maritime integration and combat readiness.

240809-N-NH911-1219 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 9, 2024) Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group and Cavour Carrier Strike Group sail in formation. The United States Navy and the Italian Navy held the first-ever bilateral Multi-Large Deck Event (MLDE) in the Indo-Pacific. Abraham Lincoln, flagship of Carrier Strike Group Three, is underway conducting routine operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Apprentice Daniel Kimmelman)

Leapfest 2024: International airborne competition returns to Rhode Island

Posted on August 11, 2024 by alert5

The 2024 edition of Leapfest, the prestigious international airborne competition, took place on August 3 in Exeter, Rhode Island. Hosted by the Rhode Island Army National Guard, the event brought together elite paratroopers from U.S. military branches and allied nations.

Hosted by the Rhode Island Army National Guard, Leapfest is a prestigious annual operation aimed at fostering camaraderie and Esprit de Corps among airborne soldiers from across the globe. The competition draws participants from allied foreign militaries as well as all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps.

Iranian Fath-360 missiles reportedly bound for Russia

Posted on August 11, 2024August 11, 2024 by alert5

Reuters reports that dozens of Russian military personnel are undergoing training in Iran on the Fath-360 close-range ballistic missile system, according to European intelligence sources. The news agency’s investigation suggests an imminent delivery of hundreds of these satellite-guided weapons to Russia for potential use in Ukraine.

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U.S. Air Force and Boeing finalize $2.56 billion E-7A contract after tough negotiations

Posted on August 11, 2024August 11, 2024 by alert5

Following months of contentious negotiations marked by disagreements over pricing, the U.S. Air Force has reached a deal with Boeing for the development of two rapid prototype E-7 Wedgetail airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft. The contract, valued at $2.56 billion, represents a significant milestone for both parties, who have been working to finalize terms since an initial agreement was signed in 2023.

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Travis AFB to host final farewell for KC-10 Extender

Posted on August 10, 2024 by alert5

Travis Air Force Base is set to bid farewell to the KC-10 Extender with a two-day event on September 25-26, 2024, marking the end of an era in air-to-air refueling operations.