The U.S. has begun the deployment of specialized military aircraft to the mediate East. Information in this case was provided by the Military Portal Defence Blog. According to the service, these movements may indicate preparations for possible air activities in the region.
HC-130J Combat King II aircraft took off from Patrick's base in Florida. These are search and rescue machines intended for combat operations. Their main task is to evacuate pilots and crews of shot down aircraft.
At the same time, a dense C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft was launched from Moody, Georgia. It includes personnel and equipment from the 41st Rescue Squadron, specialized in rescue of crews in areas of armed action.
Defence Blog emphasizes that HC-130J aircraft are not sent routinely. They usually appear in the region just before or during air combat. Their presence means that military command counts for the anticipation of losses among flight crews. The operations of these machines are closely coordinated with the operations of fighter and impact aircraft.
The portal besides reported the decision of six American Growler EW aircraft. They are designed to fight electronic and disrupt enemy air defence systems. In the past, machines of this kind played an crucial function in US operations, including against Venezuela.
Analysts believe that these movements can show a increasing tension in the region and prepare for escalation of military activities.
