VMFAT-501 has flown its first short take-off and vertical landing mission at Eglin Air Force Base Oct. 24.
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Category: Air Force
Russia to double the number of aircraft at air base in Kyrgyzstan
Russia is expanding its presence at Kant airbase in Kyrgyzstan by doubling the number of aircraft deployed there by end of this year.
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Phase 1 Enhancements for Eurofighter finalized
A series of improvements for the Eurofighter have finalized and will be available to end users by the end of the year.
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Philippines buy 8 AW109 light attack helicopters
Philippine Defense Undersecretary Fernando Manalo has confirmed that AgustaWestland was awarded a contract to supply eight AW109 light attack helicopters last month.
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Iraq press U.S. to accelerate delivery of F-16s
Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki will ask U.S. President Obama to accelerate the delivery of F-16s and drones when both meet next week.
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