The South Korean Defense Ministry says a new reconnaissance squadron to operate the RQ-4 was established last month.
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Norway to deploy F-35 to Iceland
Norway will send its new F-35 fighter to Iceland for the first time in March. The detachment will be part of the Iceland Air Policing mission.
China has restricted countries from using military aircraft to evacuate citizens
Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha told reporters on Jan. 29 that Bangkok will send a commercial aircraft to China to evacuate its citizens. Earlier, the Royal Thai Air Force said four C-130s are on standby to perform the task.
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Vietnam buys Yak-130
Vedomosti is reporting that Vietnam has placed an order for at least 12 Yak-130 jet trainers. The contract is reported to be worth $350 million.
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Portugal finished sale of five F-16s to Romania
Portugal and Romania has officially signed an agreement for the sale of five F-16s to Romania. The official ceremony took place at Monte Real Air Base on Jan. 27.
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