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- A British Ministry of Defence official stated, "We do not comment on the military actions of other countries."
The large-scale deployment of US Special Operations Aviation Regiment 160 (also known as "Nightcrawler") has drawn widespread attention. According to open-source flight tracking data and ground observers, a large number of US aircraft have flown to Europe, primarily landing at RAF Fairford and RAF Mildenhall in the UK. This unit recently carried out the mission to raid Venezuela and seize control of President Maduro.
| Aircraft Type | Quantity | Deployment Base | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| C-17 "Globemaster III" Strategic Transport | At least 10 (Jan) + several (Mar) | RAF Fairford | Flew from Fort Campbell, transporting helicopters and equipment |
| AC-130J "Ghostrider" Gunship | At least 2 | RAF Mildenhall | Provides close air support |
| MH-47G "Chinook" Special Operations Helicopter | At least 2 | RAF Fairford | Transported by C-17; exclusively used by special operations forces |
| MH-60M "Black Hawk" Special Operations Helicopter | At least 5 | RAF Fairford | Core asset of the 160th SOAR |
| CV-22 "Osprey" Tiltrotor Aircraft | At least 1 | RAF Mildenhall | Special operations用途 |
| P-8 "Poseidon" Maritime Patrol Aircraft | Undisclosed | RAF Mildenhall | Maritime surveillance |
| B-1 "Lancer" Strategic Bomber | 11 (25% of total U.S. fleet) | RAF Fairford | Deployed in early March, carrying munitions |
The scale and elite configuration of the US military aircraft and special operations forces deployed to the UK are unprecedented, and the deployment is highly linked to the Venezuelan operation and the situation in Iran. Judging from the aircraft composition, this is a complete "sense-jamming-strike" closed-loop force, possessing the full capability to suppress adversary air defense systems and support high-risk special operations. Its ultimate goal may be strategic deterrence against Iran, the actual control of the "Bella-1" oil tanker, or even preparation for a broader multi-front confrontation.Editor/Cao Tianyi
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