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Ukrainian UH-60 Blackhawk Helicopters
Published 8 months ago
In this footage, Ukrainian forces are seen operating US-provided UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters. This platform has proved itself a workhorse for the United States military, but like any whirly bird it is vulnerable to anti-aircraft fire, which has limited the employment of rotary wing aircraft in the conflict with Russia. It will be interesting to see how Ukraine makes use of this system.
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Cam
Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing is preparing for the 2024 season of sailing on Galveston Bay and in the Gulf of Mexico. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.