Second batch of 3 ex-US Army CH-47SD helicopters arrived to Greece (PHOTOS)

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Second batch of 3 ex-US Army CH-47SD helicopters arrived to Greece (PHOTOS)

An important increase in the Hellenic Army's air mobility capabilities

Newsroom February 15 12:36

The Hellenic Army received on Tuesday the second batch of 3 ex-US Army CH-47SD helicopters. The fleet has now expanded to 21 Chinooks, while four more are to be delivered. There is an option for five more, but it is unclear so far if or when it will be activated.

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