Recent images of missing rescue plane CASA212
VOV.VN - CASA212 is the medium transport aircraft designed for civil and military use in border and sea patrols.
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It is a twin-engined STOL multi-purpose transport aircraft produced by the Spanish manufacturer CASA, Construcciones Aeronáuticas SA, today EADS CASA (Airbus Military). |
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Vietnam currently possess three CASA212 coded 8981, 8982 and 8983. |
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CASA212 has a speed of 360km/h and range of 1,800km. |
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Its main duties are reconnaissance, and detecting warships, submarine and other ships. |
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CASA212 is managed by the Vietnam Coast Guard with the aim of enhancing its strength and ability to protect national territorial, sea and island sovereignty. |
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CASA212 coded 8983 lost contact at 12.30 on June 16 at 19o25'40"N-107o19'54"E, around 44 nautical miles from Bach Long Vi Island during the search for the missing SU30-MK2 jet pilot. |
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