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04Jun11
NATO attack helicopters increase pressure on Qadhafi regime
Attack helicopters under NATO command were used for the first time on 4 Jun 2011 in military operations over Libya as part of Operation Unified Protector.
The targets struck included military vehicles, military equipment and fielded forces.
“This successful engagement demonstrates the unique capabilities brought to bear by attack helicopters,†said Lieutenant-General Charles Bouchard, Commander of Operation Unified Protector. “We will continue to use these assets whenever and wherever needed....
The use of attack helicopters provides the NATO operation with additional flexibility to track and engage pro-Qadhafi forces....
NATO forces are constantly reviewing their operations and use of available assets, including attack helicopters, to best maintain the momentum and increase the pressure on pro-Qadhafi forces.
[Source: North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Naples, 04Jun11]
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