NATO jets intercept six Russian aircraft flying over Baltic Sea
WEB1 day ago · NATO jets intercepted six Russian aircraft flying over the Baltic Sea without transponders or a flight plan over the past two days, the Latvian Air Force reported late on Sept. 21. News Today's news
NATO jets intercept six Russian aircraft flying over Baltic Sea
WEB19 hours ago · The Russian jets were identified over the Baltic Sea on September 20-21 and escorted by NATO Eurofighter jets as part of NATO's Baltic Air Policing mission, the Latvian Air Force said. According to the German Air Force, a group of five jets were identified on the afternoon of Sept. 21, consisting of …
6 Russian jets intercepted over Baltic Sea – POLITICO
WEB1 day ago · Latvia informed NATO about the incident. Russian drones have also entered Romanian territory several times over the past few months, as Moscow continues to bomb the neighboring Odesa region in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Kyiv's air force said on Sunday that it had shot down 71 out of 80 Russian drones that were launched against Ukraine overnight.
NATO strengthens defense with new airbase in Latvia amidst ... - MSN
WEBNow, with the Baltic Air Policing mission physically based in Latvia for the first time, NATO boasts three operational bases in the region, one in each country.
Latvia receives first UH-60M helicopters from US - Air Force …
WEBDec 21, 2022 · The Latvian Air Force has taken delivery of its first two UH-60M Black Hawk medium-lift utility helicopters from the US. The announcement was made by Nato Allied Air Command on 20 December.
Latvia Announces Intention to Order Cayuse Warrior Light Attack ...
WEBOct 17, 2023 · The MoD said Latvia expects to receive a full cost offer from the manufacturer in the first half of next year, after which it will look to agree the specifics of delivery. Latvia’s intended future MD 530F Cayuse Warrior fleet would give the Latvian Air Force its only combat capability.
Latvian Air Force receives new Black Hawk helicopters
WEBDec 20, 2022 · RIGA, Latvia – The Latvian Air Force took delivery of two UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters at Lielvārde Air Force Base earlier in December. This is a long-awaited addition to our military inventory, allowing the Air Force to reach a new level of capability.
Latvian Air Force Receives Two Tarragon Trainer Aircraft - The …
WEBDec 6, 2022 · The Latvian Air Force has received two Tarragon twin-seater trainer aircraft at the Ādaži airfield, the Latvian Ministry of Defence announced. Developed by SIA Pelegrin, the planes will be the first trainer units flown by air force trainee pilots and crew.
Latvian Air Base becomes third NATO Air Policing base in the Baltic …
WEBEffective March 1, 2024, the Latvian Military Base at Lielvārde, has been activated as the third NATO base to host Allied fighter detachments that will safeguard the skies over Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania conducting the Baltic Air Policing mission.
Brown Visits Baltics with Focus on Air Policing Mission
WEBDec 22, 2022 · In talks with military leaders there Brown focused on integrated air and missile defense, a key concern for the Baltic states given their proximity to Russia. In Latvia, Brown met with Minister of Defense Inara Murniece, Chief of Defense Lt. Gen. Leonīds Kalniņš, and Air Force Commander Col. Viesturs Masulis.
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