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French and Canadian aircrews execute successful maritime rescue operation off Rota coast

Posted on July 12, 2023 by alert5

French, Canadian, and U.S. Forces, in collaboration with local responders, have accomplished a remarkable search and rescue operation, rescuing the operator and passengers of a distressed vessel off the coast of Rota, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, on Jul. 10. This successful operation was made possible through the participation of French and Canadian aircraft crews, who were taking part in Exercise Mobility Guardian 2023, Air Mobility Command’s largest full-spectrum readiness exercise in the Indo-Pacific region.

A French Air and Space Force A400M Loadmaster assigned to the 1/61 “Touraine” Transportation Squadron scans the ocean with NVG looking for a lost ship during a search and rescue operation in the Pacific Ocean, July 10, 2023. This was a joint operation between the French, Canadian, and U.S. military forces.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Taylor Crul
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Australia to deploy E-7A to Germany

Posted on July 11, 2023 by alert5

Australia has announced its decision to deploy an E-7A Wedgetail surveillance aircraft to Germany, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russia’s illegal invasion. The move comes as part of Australia’s ongoing efforts to ensure the flow of international military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and to protect vital supply routes.

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Snider, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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Isareli Air Force Gulfstream V and G550 pilots will be trained in the U.S.

Posted on July 7, 2023 by alert5

Flight Safety International Inc., a renowned aviation training provider based in Columbus, Ohio, has recently been granted a Pentagon contract on behalf of the Israeli Air Force. The contract, valued at $9.9 million, encompasses pilot training programs for the Gulfstream V and Gulfstream G550 aircraft.

/ IDF Spokesperson’s Unit

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Boeing receives final CH-47F Block I contract for deliveries to South Korea and Spain

Posted on July 7, 2023 by alert5

South Korea has recently finalized a significant contract with Boeing, the renowned U.S. defense giant. The agreement entails the acquisition of 18 CH-47F Block I Chinook helicopters, further solidifying South Korea’s commitment to modernizing its fleet and strengthening its defense capabilities. In addition to South Korea’s order, the Pentagon’s Foreign Military Sale (FMS) contract also includes the purchase of one CH-47F Chinook helicopter for Spain, augmenting their own fleet. This procurement marks a crucial milestone in South Korea’s military aviation pursuits, while also benefiting Spain’s aerial capabilities.

Georgia Army National Guard’s Detachment 1, Bravo Company, 1-169th General Support Aviation Battalion, conducts multi-ship flight training Wednesday near Savannah Ga. These crewmembers are preparing for a deployment to Afghanistan in the spring of 2014. (Georgia Army National Guard Photo by Maj. Will Cox/Released)

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RAF A400M sets record with longest flight for Exercise Mobility Guardian 23

Posted on July 6, 2023 by alert5

A Royal Air Force (RAF)A400M Atlas transport aircraft has accomplished an extraordinary feat by embarking on the longest-ever flight of this aircraft type as part of the RAF deployment for Exercise Mobility Guardian 23. The Atlas, departing from RAF Brize Norton on July 3, completed a non-stop journey of 20 hours and 36 minutes, setting a new milestone in the aircraft’s history.

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