#Maritime patrol bomber

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1943 Consolidated PBV-1A Catalina "Miss Pickup" lifting off at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford

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'Great Catalina Take-off'

©Artwork by Roy Cross

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Focke-Wulf Fw 200 C Condor transport and maritime bombing.

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Beriev Be-12 'Chayka' (Seagull). NATO: Be-12 Mail. Amphibious antisubmarine warfare aircraft and maritime patrol bomber. uploading some earlier stuff onto here so its not nearly as empty lol.

also this plane is so silly, its a taildragger so it takes off like this and it looks super goofy lol. i love silly soviet designs.

[bigglesworld]

Bristol Fairchild Bolingbroke. A maritime patrol aircraft and trainer used by the RCAF. A variant of the Bristol Blenheim Mk IV bomber, built under license by Fairchild-Canada. First flew in 1939

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For @geckosquid, @bergeronprocess, @boymagicalgirl, and @neopolitansworld

Musical Hero Taisen: Tatiana’s Briefing - The Bomber Girls Cures

The Bomber Girls Cures

Genre: Country Rock

District: Metro Division

Relations to NSR: Interim Charters of the Metro Division in Neon J and 1010’s absence

Instruments: Instruments associated with their favored genre

Tatiana: Mayday, Zuke, listen closely. The Bomber Girls Cures look like duelists from the Wild West and act likewise. Think of your upcoming spar with them as a showdown much like showdowns you see in those old Wild West films. They usually split up to cover more ground during their patrols throughout three points of interest: Barraca Mansion’s front yard, the goods station in the northernmost point of the Metro Division district, and Maritime Warp, the shipyard that built the landing craft Neon J sailed on when he fought in the Border War. All 3 of them await you at the goods station this time around; word from Cure Quick Draw’s reached my ear that they wanted to match the atmosphere of a duel they’d seen in a movie. The Bomber Girls gave me insight into their abilities because they thought you’d want to know what to expect. Cure Quick Draw is the most athletic Cure in the Trio; she’s fast, but Cure Calvary says that she seldom knows what she’s doing in her haste. Cure Calvary’s a friend to quadruped beasts. Expect to see her ride into battle on horseback and be careful lest you get trampled. Cure Arrow’s a mistress of the ranged attack. Her arrows of light are infused with armor piercing magic, which means that Bio-Tactical Shields won’t be as effective. The Bomber Girls have a particular liking of Big and Rich songs; they told me that they plan on singing Leap of Faith during their spar with you two. I don’t know about you, but I like that song.

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Swift Seas And Whirlwinds

An Excerpt: Bristling Skies [Part 5]

Well, it's certainly been a hot minute since SSAW got an update! This is a bit plucked straight from my "Cutting Room Floor" Doc, which is to say I'm still undecided as to how it should look. Comments and critique is welcome, since it's still solidly a First Draft!

Tagging @lividdreamz @dogmomwrites @marinesocks @sanguine-arena @athenswrites @ceph-the-writing-spook @theprissythumbelina @thatndginger @jamieanovels @the-stray-storyteller @muddshadow

Over The Aukati Sea

The two Fauchers of 3e PA(E) were not the only ones up that morning. Two further patrols, far to their north and south, had been put in the air, just in case. Each of the six massive propeller driven maritime patrol craft, converted bombers themselves derived from some crude airliner, was packed to the gills with the finest tools their country had yet devised, and crewed by men with years of experience as the high flying wardens who kept vigil over these waters. Highly sensitive antennae lined each aircraft's nose, tail, and wingtips, and like the snouts of hounds they sniffed at the air for electronic odours. They would find them, eventually, and with that the ships and aircraft that were their source. Then, with the care of an artisan, they would track and chart their targets, shadowing their scent and forever staying beyond their detection ranges.

Operating as they were on full internal stores and with drop tanks strapped under their wings, the patrols could have taken off at midnight and come home in time for lunch, with a little fuel to spare. And having received no sign at all of his quarry, Traver was beginning to think that might end up being the case.

Then, it seemed as if some higher power had heard that thought. A call came through from Danette, and Merle's voice was a static-hazed cocktail of calm professionalism and barely hidden excitement.

"Contact, Capitaine! We are receiving emission signatures indicating one airborne and one surface carrier emission sensor, both Commonwealth Navy pattern."

Traver almost lept out of his seat, and around him the crew were similarly jolted into focus. 

"Bearing and range, Lieutenant!"

Traver swore he could hear Merle mile through the airwaves as he replied.

“Patience, Capitaine. Triangulating now.”

Traver strained to keep his mind level, thoughts racing as his own air crew checked and rechecked their instruments, while board the Danette Merle worked his own panel like a grand church organ.

"Southeast, Capitaine, bearing one-three-zero approximate and with low signal strength. I'd say they're far out still, recommend we change course to parallel theirs to the southwest, but keep the distance."

Seconds later, his own technical officer confirmed the report. The air inside the Adelle's crew compartment was beginning to warm up, as every man present slowly took in the enormity of their situation.

He checked his own plot, then moved to personally inspect the readouts on the technical officer's sensor displays. Things were moving fast now, and Traver rattled off his instructions to Merle as he worked. For once, he wished he had his inch-thick files on foreign instruments, because for reasons he couldn't quite place a finger on, something about his current tracks rubbed him the wrong way. Traver was the senior man in the patrol by barely a year, and he hadn't become a Captain at his age by not checking twice.

"Understood, Danette, course change authorised after we get the word out west. Prepare to broadca---"

He stopped mid-sentence, his eyes seeing something his mind couldn't quite understand. There was something wrong with the display, and for a brief second the cool professional drew a blank.

"Répéte, Capitaine?"

Traver almost thought he might have finally snapped. But he checked the readings, tuning dials and instruments for every scrap of information he could get. At such a distance as this, even his own sensors were hard stretched to detect anything in much detail, but as he recorded, manipulated, ripped apart and stitched back together the electronic song he was tuning into, he began to realise it was just a little bit off key. If only the decrepit old Instructors at the Technical Institute could see this!

"Danette, our target is not, repeat, not an enemy carrier! The electronic signature for their airborne control aircraft match what we know, but the supposed ship's readings do not by the barest margin. Patrol, shift heading to one-four-zero and keep at current speed. They are not our target, but I believe they will help us find them."

"Bien reçu, Adelle. Adjusting course now."

Merle's voice was no less steady, but his commander could sense the pressure building underneath, like fire in the belly of the world. He was a good aviator, and a fine commander, and neither of those qualities engendered a fondness for being wrong, especially where it counted. But Traver was sure that in this case, he was, and that sooner or later they'd all know for certain.

His answer would come sooner than he would think.

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Military Fixed Wing Aircraft Market Size And Trend Analysis By Segment

In the ever-evolving landscape of defense and military operations, the role of fixed-wing aircraft remains pivotal. These aircraft are the backbone of many military forces around the world, providing reconnaissance, transport, combat support, and strategic strike capabilities. The Military Fixed Wing Aircraft Market is a dynamic and critical sector that demands constant analysis to understand its size and trends by segment. In this article, we delve into the various segments of the Military Fixed Wing Aircraft Market, providing a comprehensive trend analysis.

Introduction to Military Fixed Wing Aircraft

Before we delve into the segments and trends of the Military Fixed Wing Aircraft Market, let's establish a clear understanding of what these aircraft are and their significance.

What Are Fixed Wing Aircraft?

Fixed-wing aircraft, often referred to simply as "airplanes," are aircraft with wings that generate lift through the forward motion of the aircraft. These aircraft are distinct from rotary-wing aircraft, such as helicopters, which use spinning rotor blades for lift. Fixed-wing aircraft come in various forms, including fighters, bombers, cargo planes, and surveillance aircraft.

Segmentation of the Military Fixed Wing Aircraft Market

Understanding the Military Fixed Wing Aircraft Market requires breaking it down into various segments. Each segment caters to specific needs and plays a vital role in military operations. Here are the key segments:

1. Fighter Aircraft

Fighter aircraft are designed for air-to-air combat. They are agile, fast, and equipped with advanced weaponry. In the modern era, stealth technology has revolutionized fighter aircraft.

2. Bombers

Bombers are long-range aircraft designed to carry and deliver heavy payloads of bombs to strategic targets. They play a crucial role in deterrence and strategic warfare.

3. Cargo and Transport Aircraft

These aircraft are responsible for moving troops, equipment, and supplies to various locations. They are the logistical backbone of military operations.

4. Surveillance and Reconnaissance Aircraft

Surveillance and reconnaissance aircraft are equipped with advanced sensors and cameras to gather intelligence and monitor enemy activities.

5. Maritime Patrol Aircraft

These aircraft are used for patrolling and protecting maritime interests, including detecting and tracking submarines.

6. Tanker Aircraft

Tanker aircraft provide in-flight refueling capabilities, extending the operational range of other aircraft.

7. Trainer Aircraft

Trainer aircraft are used for pilot training and skill development, ensuring a steady supply of qualified pilots.

8. Special Mission Aircraft

Special mission aircraft are adaptable platforms that can be configured for various tasks, including electronic warfare and airborne command.

To gain more information on the military fixed wing aircraft market forecast, download a free report sample

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

Two supermoons in August mean double the stargazing fun (AP) The cosmos is offering up a double feature in August: a pair of supermoons culminating in a rare blue moon. Catch the first show Tuesday evening as the full moon rises in the southeast, appearing slightly brighter and bigger than normal. That’s because it will be closer than usual, just 222,159 miles (357,530 kilometers) away, thus the supermoon label. The moon will be even closer the night of Aug. 30—a scant 222,043 miles (357,344 kilometers) distant. Because it’s the second full moon in the same month, it will be what’s called a blue moon. The last time two full supermoons graced the sky in the same month was in 2018. It won’t happen again until 2037.

The Race for the Melting Arctic (WSJ) On patrol in the Bering Sea last fall, the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Kimball spotted seven Chinese and Russian vessels steaming through the frigid waters in a double line near Alaska’s Aleutian Islands. Russian warships and Chinese research vessels aren’t uncommon in a region that includes the Aleutians, a strategic chain of volcanic islands that divides the Pacific Ocean from the Bering Sea and Arctic Ocean. “But to see these combatants form up in a surface action group together and steam together, that’s what’s rare,” said Rear Adm. Nathan Moore. Once a lonely and largely impassable maritime expanse where countries worked together to extract natural resources, the Arctic is increasingly contested territory. As sea ice melts and traffic increases on the southern edges of the Arctic Ocean, governments are maneuvering in ways that mirror the great-power rivalries seen in lower latitudes. In recent months, Russian bombers have increased their patrols over the Arctic and have probed further south. Norway’s intelligence service said that with Russia’s conventional forces weakened by the war in Ukraine, its strategic weapons are taking on greater importance, among them the nuclear-armed submarines of Russia’s Northern Fleet. More Russian-flagged commercial and government vessels are active in Arctic waters. In response, the U.S. is beefing up its presence in the Arctic by adding to its polar icebreakers. The U.S. has just one icebreaker in the region for only part of the year, compared with three dozen owned by Russia.

Heat Is Costing the U.S. Economy Billions in Lost Productivity (NYT) As much of the United States swelters under record heat, Amazon drivers and warehouse workers have gone on strike in part to protest working conditions that can exceed 100 degrees Fahrenheit. On triple-digit days in Orlando, utility crews are postponing checks for gas leaks, since digging outdoors dressed in heavy safety gear could endanger their lives. Even in Michigan, on the nation’s northern border, construction crews are working shortened days because of heat. Extreme heat is regularly affecting workers beyond expected industries like agriculture and construction. Sizzling temperatures are causing problems for those who work in factories, warehouses and restaurants and also for employees of airlines and telecommunications firms, delivery services and energy companies. The cost is high. In 2021, more than 2.5 billion hours of labor in the U.S. agriculture, construction, manufacturing, and service sectors were lost to heat exposure, according to data compiled by The Lancet. Another report found that in 2020, the loss of labor as a result of heat exposure cost the economy about $100 billion, a figure projected to grow to $500 billion annually by 2050.

Miami’s Overflowing Septic Tanks and Trash Piles Test Appeal to Rich (Bloomberg) Miami wants to attract even more out-of-state workers and wealthy newcomers like hedge fund tycoon Ken Griffin. But first, County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava faces a huge environmental problem: overflowing garbage heaps and septic tanks. Some of greater Miami’s massive landfills, known by clever names like Mount Trashmore, will run out of space by 2026, according to a report from Cava’s office. More urgent are the septic systems that serve the city’s 2.7 million residents. Many of those front-yard sewage tanks overflow when it rains, releasing fecal bacteria and other contaminants that transform patches of tropical paradise into toxic swamps that kill fish and sicken people.

‘You do it or we do it’ (NYT) Mexico has been one of America’s closest allies for years under both Democratic and Republican administrations, even Donald Trump’s. That may be changing. Republican officials and voters have not only expressed criticisms of Mexico but also outright hostility against America’s southern neighbor. The starkest example involves repeated calls by Republican presidential candidates to bomb Mexico or unilaterally send troops there to stop the illegal drug trade, which would be an act of war. Trump led the way: He asked defense officials about striking Mexico with missiles while he was president, and during the 2024 presidential campaign he has supported military action. Ron DeSantis has called for using deadly force and a naval blockade of Mexican ports to stop drug traffickers. More moderate candidates, like Tim Scott and Nikki Haley, have also backed using the military against drug cartels in Mexico. “You know what you tell the Mexican president? ‘Either you do it or we do it,’” Haley said in March. “But we are not going to let all of this lawlessness continue to happen.” “In 35 years, this takes the prize as the stupidest idea I have ever heard,” said Jonathan Caulkins at Carnegie Mellon University. In addition to the likely humanitarian toll and the hit to U.S. standing in the world, any incursion into Mexico could worsen the same problems Republicans are trying to address. To the extent that the U.S. has succeeded in stemming illegal immigration and drugs in recent years, it has relied on Mexico’s close cooperation.

In Odesa, Attacks Stoke Hatred of Russia (NYT) Standing on a bridge overlooking the road to Odesa’s main port, Nina Sulzhenko surveyed the damage wrought by a recent Russian missile strike: The House of Scientists, one of the Ukrainian city’s best-loved buildings, was in shambles. The mansion’s destroyed gardens spilled down over a ruined residential complex, and burned bricks lay strewn across the sidewalk. “I feel pain, and I want revenge,” said Ms. Sulzhenko, 74. “I don’t have the words to say what we should do to them.” Hers was a common sentiment in Odesa this past week after a series of missile strikes damaged the city’s port and 29 historic buildings in its Belle Époque city center, including the Transfiguration Cathedral, one of Ukraine’s largest. Odesa plays an important role in the mind of imperial Russians, and especially President Vladimir V. Putin, who views it as an integral part of Russian culture. But if Mr. Putin believed that Odesans would feel a reciprocal bond, he could not have been more mistaken, residents and city officials interviewed this past week said. Especially after the recent spate of missile attacks.

Russia Says 2 Drones Hit Buildings in Moscow in Latest Wave of Attacks (NYT/NBC News) The Russian Defense Ministry said on Sunday that Ukrainian forces had fired at least three drones at Moscow, demonstrating that few places are off limits after more than 17 months of war. One drone was destroyed in Odintsovo, outside Moscow, the Defense Ministry said, adding that two others struck commercial buildings in the capital after being intercepted by Russian air defenses. There were no injuries, Moscow’s mayor, Sergey Sobyanin, said in a post on the Telegram messaging app, but video footage from Russian state media showed blown-out windows and twisted beams in one of Moscow’s premier skyscrapers. Kyiv has stopped short of taking responsibility for the drone attacks, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy suggested Sunday this could mark a new chapter. “Gradually, the war is returning to the territory of Russia—to its symbolic centers and military bases, and this is an inevitable, natural and absolutely fair process,” Zelenskyy said Sunday in his nightly video address. Last week, a drone fell in the center of the capital near the defense ministry headquarters, while another gutted a few upper floors of another building.

ISIL claims responsibility for Pakistan bombing that killed 54 people (Al Jazeera) The death toll from a massive suicide bombing that targeted an election in the border district of Bajaur has risen to 54, as Pakistan held funerals and the government promised to hunt down those behind the attack. Nearly 200 people were wounded in Sunday’s bombing claimed by the ISIL (ISIS) armed group on Monday. Around 400 members of the Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam (JUI-F) party—a key government coalition partner headed by hardline politician Fazlur Rehman—were waiting on Sunday for speeches to begin when a bomber detonated a vest packed with explosives near the front stage.

11 dead and 27 missing in flooding around Beijing after days of rain (AP) Chinese state media report 11 people have died and 27 are missing amid flooding in the mountains surrounding the capital Beijing. Days of heavy rains have prompted authorities to close train stations and evacuate people in vulnerable communities to school gyms, state broadcaster CCTV reported Tuesday. Homes have been flooded, roads torn apart and cars piled into stacks. The level of rainfall is highly unusual for Beijing, which generally enjoys a moderate, dry climate. Flooding in other parts of northern China that rarely see such large amounts of rain have led to scores of deaths.

Legacy of corruption (Foreign Policy) The head of Lebanon’s central bank stepped down on Monday amid rampant corruption allegations and one of the nation’s worst financial crises in history. Riad Salameh, age 73, served at the country’s economic helm for 30 years. He came to power only three years after the nation’s 15-year civil war ended, at a time when international aid was flooding the country. Under his leadership, though, Lebanon’s currency lost 98 percent of its value, unemployment skyrocketed, and food prices increased by more than 600 percent. Salameh is currently under investigation for embezzlement in numerous countries, having borrowed money to pay existing creditors. He continues to deny the allegations, which many economic experts have compared to a Ponzi scheme.

Thousands take to streets in Gaza in rare public display of discontent with Hamas (AP) Several thousand people briefly took to the streets across the Gaza Strip on Sunday to protest chronic power outages and difficult living conditions, providing a rare public show of discontent with the territory’s Hamas government. Hamas security forces quickly dispersed the gatherings. Marches took place in Gaza City, the southern town of Khan Younis and other locations, chanting “what a shame” and in one place burning Hamas flags, before police moved in and broke up the protests. Hamas rules Gaza with an iron fist, barring most demonstrations and quickly stamping out public displays of dissent. The Islamic militant group seized control of Gaza in 2007 from the forces of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, prompting Israel and Egypt to impose a crippling blockade on the territory. The closure has devastated Gaza’s economy, sent unemployment skyrocketing and led to frequent power outages. During the current heat wave, people have been receiving four to six hours of power a day due to heavy demand.

West African nations threaten to use force if Niger’s president isn’t reinstated within a week (AP) West African nations have given Niger’s coup leaders one week to reinstate the country’s democratically elected president and have threatened to use force if the demands aren’t met. The announcement came at the end of an emergency meeting of West African countries Sunday in Nigeria, where the regional bloc, known as ECOWAS, convened to respond to last week’s military takeover. President Mohamed Bazoum remains under house arrest and has yet to resign. “In the event the authority’s demands are not met within one week, (the bloc will) take all measures necessary to restore constitutional order in the Republic of Niger. Such measures may include the use of force,” said the statement. The bloc also imposed strict sanctions, including suspending all commercial and financial transactions between ECOWAS member states and Niger and freezing of assets in regional central banks.

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A Radar equipped PBY-5A photographed in 1942

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Bombardier de patrouille maritime Consolidated PB4Y-2 Privateer (dérivé du B-24 Liberator) en vol au large de la côte Est d'Oahu – Hawaï – Etats-Unis – 1945

Photographe : US Navy

©National Museum of Naval Aviation

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Vulcans also had a Maritime patrol role during their long career. RAF 27 Sqn Avro Vulcan V-Bomber Flying Low over an Oil-Rig.

British Heritage aircraft

@CcibChris via X

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How The Turboprop Powered Tupolev Tu-95 Bomber Has Achieved Such Longevity

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Here are the 20 most expensive military equipments of all time, along with some details about each one:

1. F-35 Lightning II fighter jet - The F-35 program is the most expensive military weapons system in history, with an estimated cost of over $1.7 trillion over its lifetime. The F-35 is a 5th generation multirole fighter designed to replace aging aircraft in the US military and its allies.

2. B-2 Spirit stealth bomber - The B-2 Spirit is a strategic bomber designed to penetrate enemy airspace undetected. Each aircraft cost over $2 billion to produce, and the program's total cost is estimated to be around $44 billion.

3. Trident II D5 ballistic missile - The Trident II D5 is a submarine-launched ballistic missile (SLBM) used by the US and UK navies. Each missile is estimated to cost around $30 million.

4. USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier - The USS Gerald R. Ford is the lead ship in a new class of supercarriers for the US Navy. Its estimated cost is around $13 billion.

5. Virginia-class submarines - The Virginia-class submarines are a new generation of nuclear-powered attack submarines for the US Navy. The program's total cost is estimated to be around $117 billion.

6. Zumwalt-class destroyer - The Zumwalt-class is a new class of guided missile destroyers for the US Navy. Each ship is estimated to cost around $4.6 billion, and the program's total cost is estimated to be around $22 billion.

7. Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jet - The Eurofighter Typhoon is a multirole fighter jet developed by a consortium of European countries. Each aircraft is estimated to cost around $120 million.

8. V-22 Osprey tiltrotor aircraft - The V-22 Osprey is a tiltrotor aircraft used by the US military for a variety of missions. Each aircraft is estimated to cost around $75 million.

9. P-8 Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft - The P-8 Poseidon is a maritime patrol aircraft used by the US Navy. Each aircraft is estimated to cost around $170 million.

10. MQ-9 Reaper unmanned aerial vehicle - The MQ-9 Reaper is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) used by the US military for reconnaissance and strike missions. Each drone is estimated to cost around $16 million.

11. C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft - The C-17 Globemaster III is a strategic transport aircraft used by the US military and its allies. Each aircraft is estimated to cost around $218 million.

12. THAAD missile defense system - The THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) missile defense system is designed to intercept and destroy ballistic missiles in flight. The program's total cost is estimated to be around $15 billion.

13. B-52 Stratofortress bomber - The B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic bomber used by the US Air Force since the 1950s. The program's total cost is estimated to be around $77 billion, adjusted for inflation.

14. S-400 Triumf air defense system - The S-400 Triumf is a Russian-made air defense system designed to engage a variety of targets, including aircraft and ballistic missiles. Each system is estimated to cost around $500 million.

15. F-22 Raptor fighter jet - The F-22 Raptor is a 5th generation stealth fighter designed for air superiority missions. The program's total cost is estimated to be around $67 billion.

16. M1 Abrams tank - The M1 Abrams is a main battle tank used by the US military and its allies. Each tank is estimated to cost around $8.9 million.

17. USS Zumwalt destroyer - The USS Zumwalt is the lead ship in the Zumwalt-class of guided missile destroyers for the US Navy. Each ship is estimated to cost around $4.6 billion.

18. KC-46 Pegasus aerial refueling aircraft - The KC-46 Pegasus is a new aerial refueling tanker for the US Air Force. Each aircraft is estimated to cost around $223 million.

19. F-15 Eagle fighter jet - The F-15 Eagle is a 4th generation fighter designed for air superiority missions. The program's total cost is estimated to be around$30 billion, adjusted for inflation.

20. USS Virginia submarine - The USS Virginia is the lead ship in the Virginia-class of nuclear-powered attack submarines for the US Navy. Each submarine is estimated to cost around $3.5 billion.

Overall, these military equipments represent some of the most advanced and sophisticated technologies in the world, but they also come with significant costs. The high price tags of these systems reflect the immense research and development, testing, and manufacturing required to produce them, as well as the ongoing maintenance and operational costs associated with their deployment.

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20 Chinese aircraft and 4 ships detected Taiwan's Ministry of Defense reported that 20 Chinese military aircraft and 4 warships were detected around the island from yesterday evening to this morning. In the ministry statement, it was stated that 15 of 20 aircraft were flying in the area that Taiwan declared "Air Defense Identification Zone" (ADIZ). In the statement, 5 "J-16" fighter jets, 5 "H-6" type bombers, "Y-8 ASW" type maritime patrol, "Y-8 EW" type early warning, "Y-8 RECCE" type reconnaissance aircraft. and "WZ-7" type armed and "BKZ-005" type unarmed military drones were flying to the southwest and southeast of ADIZ. Since the visit of former US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi in August 2022, China has increased aircraft and ship patrols around Taiwan and regularized flights where it crosses the nominal middle line separating ADIZ and the Taiwan Strait. Taiwan, which China defends as part of its territory, has https://www.news2sea.com/20-chinese-aircraft-and-4-ships-detected/?utm_source=tumblr&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=News2sea