A Searcher MK II UAV from the Indian Navy crashed into a hill on Thursday while on a surveillance mission.
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Aviation Week flies Boeing AH-6i
Douglas Nelms from Aviation Week was able to test fly the Boeing AH-6i armed scout helicopter in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Canadian minister denies need for armed drones
Canada’s Associate Defense Minister Julian Fantino has refuted media reports that six armed drones will be purchased to encounter delays and cost overruns with the F-35.
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RNZAF NH-90s go for flight test in-country
New Zealand’s two new NH90 helicopters had their first flights on Tuesday after arriving in the country in December.
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Indonesian Air Force wish to expand fighter fleet
The Indonesian Air Force chief told Aviation Week that he wants to expand the number of combat aircraft to around 150-200 under 12 squadrons. The most immediate requirement is to replace its F-5s.
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