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Stressing the System: The Indian Forces Perform Massive Relief Effort in June 2013

Posted on August 6, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/06/2013
The Indian Air Force and Army have conducted the biggest ever peacetime helicopter rescue operation in the world.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

The Osprey and Innovation: Breaking the Mold

Posted on August 5, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/05/2013
This article provides a follow up on the formation of the first Special Purpose MAGTF.
Posted in Con Ops, Logs & Sustainment, What's New

The French Air Force Receives its First A400M: Comments from General Mercier

Posted on August 2, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
08/02/2013
The French Air Force has received its first operational A400M.
Posted in Con Ops, Manufacturability, What's New

Major Hutchings on Osprey Afghan Operations: The Maturing of the Osprey

Posted on July 31, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/31/2013
As long as the engines are spinning and the wheels are turning, it will make it somewhere.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

The Recent Russian-Chinese Naval Exercise: A New Phase for the Partnership?

Posted on July 31, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/31/2013
For the PRC, the exercise is part of its clear strategy of how it wishes to deal with Japan.
Posted in Con Ops, Policy Dynamics, What's New

Captain Haake on Osprey Afghan Operations: The Osprey Under Fire

Posted on July 31, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/31/2013
Captain Haake discusses his operation of the Osprey in assault support under fire.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

The Potential Role of Special Forces in Shaping an African Multi-National Force

Posted on July 29, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/29/2013
Special Forces collaboration as a way to empower African Union missions.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New

The First Osprey Pilots Receive the Distinguished Flying Cross

Posted on July 29, 2013 | by Robbin Laird
07/29/2013
The first Osprey pilots have received the Distinguished Flying Cross.
Posted in Con Ops, What's New
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