Category: Navy

The first British F-35, a B-model, was officially handed over at a ceremony in Fort Worth, Texas.

Lockheed Martin photo

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Thales has completed delivery of CN-235 maritime patrol aircraft under the Meltem II program for Turkey.
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The Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group and 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit got underway to participate in Composite Training Unit Exercise (COMPTUEX) 2012 off the coast of California, Jul. 18.

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The Philippine Star has published a photo showing PLAN frigate 560 Dongguan stranded at Half Moon Shoal last week.

Photo from The Philippine Star
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The Pentagon decided last week to deploy USS John Stennis four months ahead of schedule to the Persian Gulf and its tour will lasts eight months.
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