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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Commando, helicopters, and surveillance aircraft: the story of the operation that killed El Mencho, the most powerful Mexican drug baron

El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and a major fentanyl supplier, was killed during a military operation supported by the United States.

Feb 28 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

It would seem strange to send all ambulances with water bottles

The article discusses the suggestion of using smaller helicopters for more efficient fire-fighting efforts in response to wildfires in Iceland.

Feb 24 • 09:11 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Believes it could have been extinguished in a shorter time with shelters

A helicopter pilot advocates for the purchase of smaller extinguishing systems to enhance the efficiency of fire response efforts in Iceland.

Feb 24 • 09:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Helicopters, US assistance, and over 70 deaths: how the operation that killed 'El Mencho' caused a wave of violence in Mexico

The death of Mexico's most wanted cartel leader, 'El Mencho', during a military operation has triggered a violent backlash across several states, resulting in over 70 deaths.

Feb 23 • 19:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Swedish tourist in Mexico's mafia violence: 'We have completely run out of food'

A Swedish tourist in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, shares that there is a food shortage amid a recent outbreak of violence involving helicopters flying over the area.

Feb 23 • 16:49 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Ukrainian army destroys enemy helicopters on Russian territory

The Ukrainian army has reportedly destroyed two Russian helicopters, an Mi-8 and a Ka-52, in an operation on February 20.

Feb 22 • 16:32 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Alarm about avalanche at Ramundberget

An alert was registered about an avalanche at Ramundberget, prompting rescue teams including police and helicopters to respond to the scene.

Feb 21 • 10:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

55 Minutes, 9 Fighter Jets and 5 Helicopters... Air Force's Show of Strength in Jaipur's Sky

The Indian Air Force showcased an impressive air show in Jaipur, featuring 9 fighter jets and 5 helicopters for 55 minutes, thrilling spectators with patriotic displays.

Feb 20 • 12:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Arunachal Pradesh: Helicopters Engaged in Extinguishing Forest Fire

In Arunachal Pradesh, helicopters are deployed to combat the ongoing forest fires in Walong.

Feb 18 • 12:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Big Action by IAF on Wildfires in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland

The Indian Air Force is actively engaged in firefighting operations in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland using V5 helicopters, having already dispatched 139,000 liters of water.

Feb 18 • 08:38 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Families determined to get to school, despite heavy rainfall in WA's Kimberley

Heavy rainfall in WA's Kimberley has prompted some students to find alternative means, including helicopters, to reach their schools due to flooding and road closures.

Feb 18 • 06:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mountain Fires Occur in Mungyeong and Wonju During Lunar New Year... 'Helicopters Deployed for Extinguishing'

Fires broke out in mountain areas of Mungyeong and Wonju, prompting the deployment of helicopters and firefighting teams to control the situation.

Feb 17 • 06:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Nigeria to Provide Office, Ships, Helicopters for Gulf of Guinea Security Force HQ

Nigeria has committed to providing infrastructure and personnel support for the Combined Maritime Task Force headquartered in the Gulf of Guinea.

Feb 16 • 08:53 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Search operation for man: Rescue helicopter called out

A search operation is underway for a missing man in his 50s to 60s in Rauma, Norway, with rescue helicopters and drones deployed due to his prolonged absence from the trail.

Feb 15 • 18:29 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Large resources searching for missing skiers

A major search operation is underway for two missing skiers in Hovden, Norway, with rescue helicopters and snowmobiles deployed.

Feb 14 • 21:02 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Large deployment outside Gotska Sandön

A Dutch vessel is in distress off Gotska Sandön due to a fire in the engine room, with rescue helicopters dispatched to the scene.

Feb 14 • 20:41 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Germany expressed interest in purchasing Polish air defense systems

Germany is showing interest in acquiring Poland's Piorun air defense systems, which are designed to target low-flying aircraft, helicopters, and drones.

Feb 13 • 15:18 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Vayu Shakti: IAF's Mega Firepower Show in Pokhran

The Indian Air Force will showcase its strength with 77 fighter jets, 43 helicopters, and 12,000 kg of explosives during the Vayu Shakti 2026 exercise in Pokhran on February 27.

Feb 11 • 14:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

United States approves sale of Apache helicopters to Israel in a deal worth $3.8 billion

The United States has approved the sale of Apache helicopters to Israel in a significant deal valued at $3.8 billion.

Feb 11 • 12:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

77 Fighters, 43 Helicopters, 12,000 Kilograms of Explosives... The Air Force Will Conduct an Action in Pokhran

The Indian Air Force is set to conduct its largest firepower demonstration exercise, 'Vayu Shakti 2026', on February 27 in Pokhran, Rajasthan.

Feb 11 • 11:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The USA moves Black Hawk drones: what is happening in the South China Sea

The United States is transforming its Black Hawk helicopters into fully autonomous drones to enhance military capabilities amidst rising tensions with China over Taiwan Strait.

Feb 10 • 06:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Deploying helicopters for firefighting - 40 people evacuated

A wildfire in Ørland, Norway, is under control, allowing 40 evacuated residents to return home after effective firefighting efforts, including the deployment of helicopters.

Feb 8 • 14:05 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Deploying helicopters for firefighting - 40 people evacuated

Firefighters in Ørland, Trøndelag, have gained control of a wildfire that prompted the evacuation of 40 residents, who are expected to return home soon.

Feb 8 • 14:05 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Helicopter deployed for firefighting - 40 people evacuated

A wildfire in Ørland, Trøndelag, led to the evacuation of 40 residents, but firefighting efforts are now under control with helicopters assisting in the efforts.

Feb 8 • 14:05 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Deploying helicopters for firefighting - 40 people evacuated

Helicopters have been deployed to combat a terrain fire in Ørland, Norway, leading to the evacuation of around 40 people from nearby residences.

Feb 8 • 01:43 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Terrain Fire in Ørland Spreads Towards Buildings - Evacuating More

A terrain fire in Ørland, Norway, has led to the evacuation of around 40 residents as firefighters manage to control the flames with the aid of helicopters.

Feb 8 • 01:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pizzo Meriggio avalanche tragedy as two dead and major search operation launched

An avalanche near Pizzo Meriggio in Italy resulted in the deaths of two skiers and launched a significant search and rescue operation involving multiple helicopters and emergency responders.

Feb 7 • 19:52 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

HRZ urgently transported a patient from Dubrovnik to Zagreb by helicopter

Pilots from the Croatian Air Force transported a patient urgently from Dubrovnik to Zagreb using two helicopters.

Feb 7 • 15:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

HRZ Pilots Participated in Emergency Patient Transport from Dubrovnik to Zagreb with Two Helicopters

Members of the Croatian Air Force successfully conducted an emergency medical air transport of a young person from Dubrovnik to Zagreb using two military helicopters.

Feb 7 • 14:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Two HRZ helicopters rescued a young patient from Dubrovnik. "Unique action"

Two Croatian war helicopters conducted a complex emergency medical airlift of a young patient from Dubrovnik to Zagreb, emphasizing the effectiveness of military assistance in urgent medical situations.

Feb 7 • 14:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Floods in Morocco: Evacuations for Residents of 4 Provinces and Helicopters Distributing Food

Moroccan authorities continue to evacuate residents from four provinces affected by severe flooding as helicopters distribute food to displaced individuals.

Feb 7 • 14:15 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Black Hawk to drone: new frontier in US rivalry with Beijing over Taiwan Strait?

The article discusses the growing importance of drones and uncrewed helicopters in the U.S.-China rivalry, particularly concerning military operations in the Taiwan Strait.

Feb 7 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A technical hangar for "Black Hawk" helicopters will be built at the military base "Lielvārde"

The construction of a technical hangar at the Lielvārde military base is a significant step in enhancing the capabilities of the Latvian Air Force, according to Defense Minister Andris Sprūds.

Feb 6 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Youth escape from the Recanto das Emas Juvenile Detention Center in DF

Two inmates, aged 18 and 19, escaped from the Recanto das Emas Juvenile Detention Center during routine activities, prompting a security operation with helicopters and tracking dogs.

Feb 5 • 13:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Unbearable pain', says mother of missing children in Maranhão for a month

The search for two missing children in Maranhão has reached a month, with ongoing efforts involving helicopters, search dogs, and georeferencing applications to cover previously mapped areas.

Feb 4 • 23:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

K-Commando leader: our helicopters are small and cannot accommodate the entire team

The K-Commando's operation near Naissaar to inspect the suspected smuggling vessel Baltic Spirit was initiated by a request from the Tax and Customs Board, which informed them of the need for special forces support.

Feb 4 • 22:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The U.S. bets on an unusual strategy to recover its rivers: throwing logs into the water from helicopters

The U.S. is employing a unique strategy to restore its rivers by dropping logs from helicopters to slow water flow and create habitats.

Feb 4 • 17:36 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Helicopters drop logs over rivers in the United States: more than 6,000 trees with a vital goal

The unusual sight of helicopters dropping giant logs over rivers in the Northwestern United States is part of a major effort to restore the rivers' ecological balance using over 6,000 trees.

Feb 4 • 15:25 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Pakistani helicopters and drones to regain a town from Balochistan militants

Pakistani security forces used helicopters and drones to regain control of a town in Balochistan from separatist militants after a three-day battle resulting in 58 civilian and security personnel deaths along with nearly 200 militants.

Feb 4 • 06:05 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Four people sent to hospital after rescue operation in Jotunheimen

After an alert about unconscious and hypothermic individuals in the Jotunheimen mountains, five rescue helicopters were dispatched, resulting in four individuals being transported to the hospital.

Feb 3 • 21:36 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Purchase of air defense for Ukraine for 2.6 billion

Sweden and Denmark are collaborating to purchase a new air defense system for Ukraine worth 2.6 billion kronor, which can target cruise missiles and helicopters.

Feb 3 • 10:52 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

US approves new multi-billion military sale to Israel

The US has authorized over $6.5 billion in military sales to Israel, including Apache helicopters and tactical vehicles, amidst escalating tensions with Iran.

Jan 31 • 15:22 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

From Pardubice to Bochoř. Helicopters of the Aviation Training Center will move by the end of January

The helicopters from the Aviation Training Center are set to relocate from Pardubice to Bochoř by the end of January.

Jan 14 • 17:38 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

A Hind in the skies of Kiev: what we know about the rare Soviet 'nuclear helicopter'

The Mi-24 Hind attack helicopter, renowned from the Soviet-Afghan war, has re-emerged as a significant asset in the Ukraine conflict, particularly for operations supporting ground forces.

Jan 14 • 16:14 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

New satellite images reveal that Russia's 'helicopter graveyard' is filling up

New satellite images indicate a significant increase in the number of helicopters at the Russian airbase near the city of Sizran since the start of the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Jan 13 • 06:53 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

NATO Chief in Zagreb: After smiles and hugs, Plenković proudly showed him the planes

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković hosted NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg in Zagreb, showcasing military aircraft including Rafales and Black Hawk helicopters.

Jan 12 • 12:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

3,000 jobs at risk unless MoD signs helicopter order, sources say

The UK's last military helicopter factory may close, putting 3,000 jobs at risk, unless the Ministry of Defence places an order in the coming weeks.

Jan 11 • 18:58 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Trump’s claim on US-India helicopter deal stirs controversy

US President Donald Trump claims Indian PM Narendra Modi asked for assistance in expediting the delivery of Apache helicopters ordered from the US, igniting a controversy.

Jan 7 • 14:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Does the American Army even exist? Why stealth Black Hawks were not used in the attack on Venezuela

The article discusses the absence of stealth Black Hawk helicopters during the recent U.S. operation that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, comparing the planning to the raid that killed Osama bin Laden.

Jan 7 • 08:42 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Why has Russian air defense failed in Venezuela? 'Shameful'

The article discusses the failure of Russian air defense systems in Venezuela during a U.S. military operation to capture leader Nicolás Maduro, highlighted by the sight of American helicopters operating freely over Caracas.

Jan 7 • 06:02 UTC

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