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The Finnish Air Force went shopping for a new basic trainer to replace the indigenous Vinka. Most of the models on the market were deemed too expensive.
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Russian Helicopters will hand over the first Mil Mi-8AMTSh-VA to the military on Nov. 25 to kickoff state trials. The Mi-8AMTSh-VA is a variant of the Mi-8 designed for service in the Arctic region.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow has developed a range of advanced weapons systems that are capable of penetrating any missile defense system.
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Due to several factors, the U.S. Air Force is considering shifting the retirement date of the A-10 and give the attack jet a few more years of service, said Gen. Herbert “Hawk” Carlisle, commander of Air Combat Command.
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The United Arab Emirates’ Ministry of Defense has ordered three AW-609s from AgustaWestland for search-and-rescue duties. They will be assigned to UAE’s Joint Aviation Command.
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