Aviation News
Head of the U.S. Navy, Adm. Jonathan Greenert, confirmed during a visit to Naval Base San Diego that a third aircraft carrier will be assigned there in 2016.
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The Joint Stand-off Weapon (JSOW) C-1 has completed developmental test and will proceed to the integrated test ahead of schedule.
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Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has ordered the withdrawal of eight Mi-8MT helicopters from peacekeeping duties in South Sudan.
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An Indian Navy Sea Harrier burst its tire while landing at Goa’s Dabolim airport on Monday evening. The accident caused the runway to be closed for an hour.
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A U.S. Air Force combat controller was awarded the Silver Star for his actions during combat near Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, Aug. 4, 2010.
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