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Britain and Germany to equip helicopters for Ukraine with modern weapons

The British government announced a joint initiative with Germany to upgrade Ukraine’s Sea King helicopters with modern missile systems, according to an official UK government statement. The British government reports that “the countries will provide Ukraine with new offensive capabilities in the short term. “ The UK did not specify how many helicopters and types…

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Army Chinook helicopters conduct Helocasting during Exercise Sea Explorer

Australian Army Boeing CH-47 Chinooks from the 5th Aviation Regiment conduct a HELOCASTING serial with 2RAR soldiers during Sea Explorer 23. In June 2023 the Australian Defence Force conducted Exercise Sea Explorer across the coast of North Queensland. Exercise Sea Explorer prepared the Amphibious Ready Unit for certification. The Australian Amphibious Force train closely with…

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Russia Scrambles to Protect Its Helicopters From FPV Drones

During Ukraine’s surprise offensive into the Kursk region, one striking feature was videos of first-person view (FPV) drones bringing down Russian military helicopters mid-flight. In the 30-month war that followed Russia’s full-scale invasion, attack and surveillance drones are everywhere targeting vehicles, troops and defensive positions. It is no surprise therefore that Ukraine’s Aug. 6 cross-border…

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