Defence
Why does the US buy Soviet-era combat aircraft from Russia?
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In a strategic maneuver reflecting geopolitical complexities, the United States has acquired a substantial cache of Soviet-era combat planes from Kazakhstan, a key ally of Russia.
Reports indicate that the acquisition encompasses 81 obsolete aircraft, including MiG-31 interceptors, MiG-27 bombers, MiG-29 fighters, and Su-24 bombers, with a sale value declared at $2.26 million, Which implies that each aircraft was $19,300.
Kazakhstan, in its transition towards modernizing its military arsenal, has been phasing out outdated Soviet-era aircraft in favor of more advanced models like the Russian Su-30SM multi-role aircraft.
The decision to offload these aircraft, valued at one billion tenge (£1.8 million), underlines Kazakhstan’s pragmatic approach towards military modernization. The sale notice emphasized the unusable state of the aircraft, rendering their modernization economically unfeasible, and limiting their utility as sources of spare parts.
While the rationale behind the US purchase remains undisclosed, speculation suggests potential implications for Ukraine’s Armed Forces (AFU), given that the acquired aircraft types are already in service there.
There are indications that these aircraft might eventually find their way to Kyiv, where they could serve various purposes such as disassembly for spare parts or deployment as decoys at airfields. This move underscores the evolving dynamics in the region, particularly amidst heightened tensions following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Historically, Kazakhstan has maintained close ties with Russia, stemming from their shared Soviet legacy. However, recent geopolitical shifts, exacerbated by Russia’s aggressive actions in Ukraine, have prompted Kazakhstan to recalibrate its alliances, drawing closer to Western nations.
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Aviation
Boeing, Antonov to Collaborate on Defense Projects
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– MOU represents Boeing’s commitment to work with Ukrainian industry
– Includes exploring opportunities for collaborating on in-country support of Unmanned Aerial Systems
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed today by Boeing and Antonov Company to investigate potential collaboration on defense-related projects.
“We’re happy to keep collaborating with the Antonov Company to help Ukraine’s economic development and expansion,” stated Ted Colbert, CEO and president of Boeing Defence, Space, & Security.
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“This agreement demonstrates our ongoing efforts to find more opportunities to work with Ukrainian industry, which was underscored by our signing of the Ukrainian Defence Industry Compact earlier this year.”
The areas of potential collaboration identified in the agreement consist of training, logistical support and overhaul services for tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems utilized by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, which includes the ScanEagle. In addition, the companies will also explore opportunities for Antonov to provide engineering support to Boeing.
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“A strong, innovative, and efficient defense industry is key to sustainable economic development and national security, and we are extremely excited to collaborate with Boeing,” said Ievhen Gavrylov, CEO of Antonov Company.
This agreement brings a whole new level of opportunity to implement the latest and most effective solutions – in addition to the possibility of future projects with Boeing in the aerospace and defense industry.”
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