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U.S. President Joe Biden called former Vietnam War veteran Larry Taylor on Jul. 8 to inform him that he will receive the Medal of Honor for his actions on Jun. 12, 1968.
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American MV-22 Ospreys will soon be conducting training flights at a significantly reduced altitude in Japan. The Japan-U.S. Joint Committee announced on Jul. 7 that starting from Jul. 10, the minimum altitude for these flights will be lowered to 200 feet, a sharp drop from the previous requirement of 500 feet.
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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.
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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.
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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