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world16 days ago•37 min saved

US intelligence flights surge off Cuba, signaling renewed surveillance pressure

Publicly available flight-tracking data show at least 25 US intelligence-gathering flights off Cuba since February, mainly around Havana and Santiago de Cuba, using P-8A Poseidon, RC-135 Rivet Joint, and MQ-4C Triton aircraft within roughly 40 miles of the coast. The surge’s sudden appearance and timing echo patterns seen before US actions in Venezuela and Iran; the Pentagon has not commented, Cuban officials deny posing a threat, and analysts note the publicly tracked flights could signal intent to adversaries.

via Yahoo|

#cuba #mq-4c-triton #p-8a-poseidon

military2 years ago•5 min saved

Navy's P-8A Poseidon Incident: Coral Damage and Plane Retrieval in Hawaii's Kaneohe Bay

The U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon that ran off the runway and ended up in Hawaii's Kaneohe Bay has been successfully recovered after a slow and meticulous process. The aircraft was floated using inflatable airbags and then rolled across them back onto the runway. The Navy hopes to repair the plane and return it to service, although the extent of the damage is still unclear. The recovery effort also focused on mitigating environmental impacts, including damage to coral. The P-8A, which costs over $171 million, is part of the Navy's plan to replace the P-3 Orion and other related aircraft.

via The War Zone|

#aircraft-recovery #environmental-impact #military

militarynaval-operations2 years ago•3 min saved

"Navy Successfully Retrieves Plane from Kaneohe Bay"

Navy personnel and a private contracting firm successfully removed a P-8A Poseidon plane from the waters of Kaneohe Bay with the assistance of inflatable salvage roller bags and a hydraulic cable puller. Boaters in the area shared the nearby waters during the operation.

via Honolulu Star-Advertiser|

#extraction #kaneohe-bay #militarynaval-operations

defense2 years ago•2 min saved

Canada Secures $10.4B Boeing Deal for P-8 Poseidons

Canada has officially announced a $5.9 billion deal to purchase 14 Boeing-made P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, with an option to buy two more at a later date. The P-8A will replace Canada's aging CP-140 Aurora fleet, which has been in service for over 40 years. The delivery of the aircraft is expected to start in 2026, with the fleet becoming fully operational by 2033. The decision to acquire the P-8A was driven by the aircraft's proven capabilities and the need to address increasing threats, particularly in the Arctic. The deal includes additional spending on infrastructure, weapons, and simulators, and Boeing is expected to provide investment in the Canadian industry.

via Defense News|

#boeing #canada #cp-140-aurora

military2 years ago•1 min saved

US Navy Plane's Flight Data Recorder Recovered After Runway Overshoot in Hawaii

The flight data recorder of a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon plane that overshot a runway and ended up in the water near Honolulu has been recovered as the military investigates the cause of the accident. Sailors conducted a survey to assess the plane's structural integrity and the impact on the coral and marine environment. Concerns have been raised about potential damage to the coral reef and the presence of fuel or chemicals in the area. The Navy has implemented containment measures and is monitoring the site 24/7. No injuries were reported in the incident.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|

#aircraft-mishap #flight-data-recorder #kaneohe-bay

military2 years ago•2 min saved

"U.S. Military Unveils P-8A Poseidon's Water Debut in Hawaii"

The U.S. military has released the first official photos of the P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft that ended up in the water during a landing mishap at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. The images show U.S. Navy sailors deploying environmental containment booms around the aircraft, which is structurally intact with no leaks observed. Measures have been taken to protect the local environment and wildlife.

via The Aviationist|

#hawaii #marine-corps-air-station-kaneohe-bay #military

military2 years ago•1 min saved

Navy Jet Lands in Hawaii Bay After Overshooting Runway

A US Navy P-8A Poseidon aircraft overshot the runway at a US Marine Corps base in Hawaii and crashed into the water off the island of Oahu. The aircraft, with nine crew members on board, remained upright with its wings slightly above the waterline. There were no casualties reported, and the conditions of the personnel are being assessed. The P-8A Poseidon is a versatile aircraft used for various missions, including reconnaissance, intelligence gathering, and anti-submarine warfare.

via CNN|

#aircraft-crash #hawaii #marine-corps-base

international-relations3 years ago•1 min saved

Tensions Rise as U.S. and China Conduct Military Operations Near Taiwan.

China scrambled fighter jets to monitor a US Navy P-8A Poseidon that flew over the Taiwan Strait in international airspace on Friday. The US Navy stated that the flight demonstrated the US's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. China's Eastern Theater Command called the flight "provocative" and accused the US of being a disruptor of peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. Tensions between the US and China have increased since Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen visited House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in California at the beginning of April.

via USNI News|

#china #indo-pacific #international-relations