VP-5 has taken over the role of providing maritime patrol and reconnaissance to the U.S Navy’s 7th fleet from VP-16.
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Lockheed Martin sold first 10 LM-100Js
The civilian derivative of Lockheed Martin’s C-130J has been sold to ASL Aviation Group. A letter of intent for ten LM-100Js was signed by both companies at Farnborough airshow.
Bill Sweetman on Textron Airland Scorpion
Bill Sweetman traveled to Surrey and talked to people at Textron Airland on their Scorpion jet.
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Royal Navy’s Merlin Mk2 helicopters enter service early
The Merlin Mk2 helicopter has successfully entered service with the Royal Navy four months early.
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Aero Vodochody introduces L-39NG
Aero Vodochody has unveiled a new version of its L-39 jet trainer, the L-39NG. The new jet will come with a new Williams International FJ44-4M engine.
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