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Russia’s aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov to receive Ka-52K helicopter this year.
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Russian Navy Aircraft Carrier Admiral Kuznetsov. Picture via Reddit |
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The
helicopters were earlier intended to be based on two Mistral
class LHD, which France has refused to deliver to Russia over
Moscow's stance on developments in neighboring Ukraine. Russian Helicopters rotocraft manufacturer and Russia’s Defense Ministry earlier said Ka-52K helicopters would be based on other ships of the Russian Navy instead of Mistrals. Russian Helicopters has also said the company expects deck-based Alligator helicopters to enjoy demand on international arms markets. |
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