A Canadian warship patrolling in the Black Sea was buzzed by three Russian military aircraft on Sept. 8.
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4,000th IRIS-T series production missile delivered
The 4,000th IRIS-T series production missile to roll out of the factory was delivered to Sweden on Aug. 1.
Erdoğan says disagreements have emerged with China on long-range air defense missile system
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan told reporters that negotiations with China on joint production and technology transfer of a long-range air defense system have hit a roadblock.
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Cabin fire cause of MH-53E crash
A USN MH-53E crash off the coast of Virginia Beach on Jan. 8 was caused by a fire inside the aircraft.
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Philippines 2015 defense budget to include weapons for FA-50, ASW helicopters, CAS aircraft
The Philippine Star claims to have obtained Manila’s 2015 defense budget. The Air Force will be buying six close air support aircraft and two long-range patrol aircraft.
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