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USA accord Denmark the use of satellite guided bombs for its own F-16s

Copenaghen, Denmark - It is the first NATO ally to take delivery of GPS system's targeting codes for its own Vipers

The United States have decided to accord Denmark the possibility of using for its own F-16s laser guided bombs endowed of JDAM type additional satellite system. The Danish F-16s would so be the first Fighting Falcons within NATO (obviously not considering the US case) to achieve the opportunity of resorting to GPS system for their own precision munition. This event is important as the USA have decided...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 61422
Rome, Italy, 04/07/2004 11:47
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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