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The Republic of Korea Air Force’s 237 Tactical Control Squadron of the 8th Fighter Wing recently clocked 150,000 mishap-free hours that span over a period of 40 years and seven months.
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The Pentagon has published its latest report on China’s military power on May 13. This year’s report is notable for its extensive coverage of Chinese military activities in South China Sea.
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In a written response to questions from Parliament, Dutch Defense Minister Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert wrote that the country’s F-16s have so far flown seven missions over Syria and carried out four air strikes.
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During a press conference at the Air Force Academy, U.S. Secretary of Defense Ashton Carter said he is against the idea of restarting the F-22 production line.
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Germany’s parliament has been informed by the Ministry of Defense that Airbus intents to replace certain components in the A400M during regular maintenance and upgrades after cracks were discovered in a French aircraft.
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