The last QF-4 target drone, 68-0599, was flown to the 82nd Aerial Target Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base on Nov. 19.
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Philippines purchase of KAI FA-50 hits roadblock
Negotiations between Philippines and South Korea over the sale of 12 FA-50 jets have stalled over down payment and spare parts delivery schedule.
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Islamic militants attack air base in Nigeria
A Nigerian air force base near Maiduguri city was attacked by Islamic militants, the raid destroyed two helicopters and three decommissioned military aircraft.
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German auditors scrutinize NH90 deal
Germany’s federal auditors have turn their attention into a deal to buy NH90 helicopters after discovering that only three percent savings were obtained after reducing the buy from 202 to 157 helicopters.
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RMAF’s Special Air Service
Malaysian journalists were recently given a look into operations of the Royal Malaysian Air Force Special Air Service (Paskau).
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