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Monday, September 01, 2008

Russian bombers fly in Europe's far north

In scenes reminiscent of the Cold War, Russian bombers have returned to the skies in Europe's far north after years of absence, putting NATO's jet fighters on alert once again.

At the Bodoe airbase, above the Arctic circle, two F-16s are always on call, ready to take off in less than 15 minutes for stand-offs with surprise visitors from Norway's eastern neighbour.

"We have noticed a clear rise in Russian aerial activity over the past year," said base air commander general Per Egil Rygg.

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1 comment:

  1. milnews.ca1/9/08 22:15

    It's not just FIN and SWE keeping a closer eye on RUS....

    "Canada will be keeping closer watch on Russian activities in the Arctic following the invasion of Georgia, Defence Minister Peter MacKay said Tuesday, adding that Ottawa appears to have entered a "new era" of relations with Moscow...."
    Link to story: http://xrl.us/oo3jy

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