Taiwan is asking Apple Inc. to blur a satellite image of an early-warning radar site near Hsinchu Air Base in northern Taiwan.
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Category: Air Force
Photo: PLAAF Su-30MK2 Aggressors emulate VPAF Su-30MK2V paint scheme
It has long been rumored that the PLAAF Su-30MK2 Aggressor squadron also painted its jets to emulate VPAF Su-30MK2V paint scheme. A photo released today has confirmed the suspicion.
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Israel deploys Patriot missiles in Haifa
Israel deployed a Patriot missile unit in Haifa on Monday, just two days after an unidentified drone was shot down over its airspace.
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Indian Air Force training women for combat helicopter role
The Indian Air Force is training two women helicopter pilots for combat operations. Both are learning to fly the Mi-8.
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France to honor RoCAF pilot
French Air Force has awarded a flying medal to Lt. Col. Wang Tung-yi posthumously.
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