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In a significant escalation of military aid, Germany announced its first direct delivery of aircraft to Ukraine: six Sea King helicopters slated for arrival in the second quarter of 2024. This move, unveiled by Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, marks a departure from previous German support focused on non-lethal supplies and training.
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The British Royal Navy’s Sea Viper air defense system is set for a significant upgrade, marking a major step forward in both national security and for the European defense industry. The $514 million project, announced in a joint statement by the UK government and MBDA, the prime contractor, promises to strengthen the UK’s maritime defenses against evolving threats while also providing a lucrative boost for the company.
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The air combat of tomorrow may be fought in a virtual world, at least when it comes to training. In a recent exercise dubbed “DMON Argonne 23,” the U.S. Air Force successfully conducted a large-scale virtual training event, putting pilots of its most advanced fighter jets through their paces in a complex, multi-domain scenario.
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Ukrainian officials and community members are intensifying their pressure on the Australian government to reconsider its decision to scrap its retired Taipan helicopters instead of sending them to war-torn Ukraine. The controversy centers on the fate of 45 MRH-90s, grounded after a fatal crash in July 2023 and slated for dismantling and burial.
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A U.S. Navy MH-60R Seahawk helicopter from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 41 crashed into San Diego Bay on the evening of Jan. 11, but fortunately all six crew members aboard emerged unharmed.
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