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Mar 22, 2013 | Avia.Ru

The legendary Russian Mi-24 attack helicopter turns 40

The assembly of first multi-role Mi-24 attack helicopter was started at Rostov Helicopter Plant 40 years ago, press-service of Russian Helicopters Holding Company reports.

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Wed Mar 20, 2013

aviationpros.com

Mi-24, Legendary Russian Attack Helicopter, Turns 40 This Year

The design of the Mi-24, a strike and transport helicopter was, was so successful that versions are still in use today: some 1,500 Mi-24s serve with the armed forces of 60 countries worldwide.

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Mon Mar 11, 2013

UPI

Algeria's military goes on an arms spree

Algeria's powerful armed forces, which operate Africa's largest defense budget, are seeking a 14 percent hike in defense spending as they awaits delivery of two German A200 frigates and 19 Russian T-90 tanks.

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Mon Jan 14, 2013

Flight Global

Aged air force inventory highlights Mali's weakness

Mali's request for armed assistance from France during its ongoing battle against al-Qaeda and Islamist militants reflects the limited capabilities of the African nation's own armed forces.

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