A Thai Army UH-72 helicopter has gone missing in northern Thailand since Aug. 14. The rotor-craft was carrying five people including a Major General.
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Two U.S. Army AH-64s collided in South Korea
Four U.S. Army aviators were slightly injured when their AH-64s collided at Camp Humphreys, South Korea on Aug. 12.
By U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, Public Affairs Office (U.S. Army) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons
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Experience in Syria prompting Russia to upgrade rotors of its combat helicopters
Russia has gained value experience operating its attack helicopters in Syria and one of the lessons learned was that the metal rotor blades were wearing out faster in the harsh environment in Syria. In future, Russia will be switching to composite rotor blades to mitigate the issues.
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PLA artillery using ASN-209 UAV for aerial reconnaissance
A recent PLA artillery exercise demonstrated the use of the ASN-209 UAV on the battlefield for battle field survey, target location and artillery fire adjustment.
Raytheon to market Iron Dome as SkyHunter in U.S.
U.S. soldiers out in the front-line require a new defense system to protect themselves from incoming rocket and mortar attacks. Raytheon is partnering with Rafael to market the Iron Dome as a solution to meet a U.S. Army requirement.
Photo: John A. Hamilton
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