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Russia Showcasing Mi-38, KA-52K helos at Egypt Defense Show

Wednesday, December 5th, 2018

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Russia Showcasing Mi-38, KA-52K helos at Egypt Defense Show

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Russia is showcasing the Mi-38 and KA-52K helicopters at the first annual Egypt Defense Expo this week in Cairo.Rostec, the state corporation that owns Russian Helicopters, said that the medium, multi-role Mi-38 is "one of the most highly automated civilian helicopters in the world."The KA-52K began sea trials last year for the Russian navy, which said it will use the helo to perform a variety of roles, including attack, patrol, and search-and-rescue. The KA-52K has shortened, foldable blades, a modern avionics…

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