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1(Fighter) Squadron, based at RAF Leuchars, have been flying Close Air Support (CAS) training missions in Malaysia, working in conjunction with RAF Regiment Joint Tactical Air Controllers (JTACs).
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The U.S. Army has selected BAE Systems’ Handheld Azimuth Measuring, Marking, Electro-optic imaging & Ranging (HAMMER™) precision targeting system.
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The first elements of the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system arrived on Guam over the weekend.
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IHS Jane’s reported that the Vietnamese Navy is keen to buy up to six surplus unarmed P-3s.
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The RAF’s Air-to-Air Refuelling (AAR) detachment in the Middle East has ended with the last Tristar departing 902 Expeditionary Air Wing (EAW).
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