The Afghan Air Force is investigating a replacement for its Mi-17 helicopters, but until a long-term solution is found, the U.S. military is turning toward former Soviet Bloc nations to keep them flying. Until the AAF finds a supplier outside Russia, it will continue to rely on parts sourced from former Eastern Bloc countries, according to the deputy commander for the training command charged with advising the Afghan Air Force. Train Advise Assistant Command-Air, a continuation of the former NATO...
