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Two of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s four King Air 350 aircraft, modified with an electro-optic and infra-red camera, and surveillance radar sensor suite, have been taking on a maritime surveillance role since the retirement of the P-3K2 Orions last year, with the latest mission off the coast of Westport. Squadron Leader Craig Clark, the Operations Flight Commander at No. 42 Squadron, is the tactical co-ordinator for this mission. After a crew briefing that covers the mission brief, weather, and “ditching plan” in case of engine failure (a very low risk), the crew sets off to the King Air on the tarmac. Lifejackets donned and, unable to stand upright in the small compartment, the crew slithers into their seats and strap into their four-point harness. From Ohakea the King Air climbs to a cruising altitude of 22,000 feet where turbulent weather and a bit of ice was replaced by smooth flying and blue skies. It isn’t long before the stunning snow-capped Kaikoura ranges are visible on their way south to Westport. When patrolling the King Air can fly at low speeds tucking itself under the cloud layer – as low as 250 feet when necessary. It can fly for about 3.5 hours making it perfect for patrolling around the coast of New Zealand out to 100 nautical miles, or for investigating a particular vessel or small groups of vessels at a greater distance. The King Air is a more cost-effective alternative to the P-8A Poseidon for coastal patrolling as it’s a much smaller plane and uses less fuel and fewer crew needed to operate it. #military #defense #defence #militaryleak https://lnkd.in/g5YSDUCv

Feb. 29 Red Sea Update On Feb. 29, between the hours of 6 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted two self-defense strikes against six mobile anti-ship cruise missiles that were prepared to launch towards the Red Sea. Earlier that evening, at approximately 5:10 p.m. (Sanna time), CENTCOM forces shot down an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) over the southern Red Sea in self-defense. CENTCOM forces determined that the missiles and UAV presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and to the U.S. Navy ships in the region. These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.

😯 *Unmanned Underwater Vessel (UUV)* Feb. 17 Summary of Red Sea activities TAMPA, Fla. – Between the hours of 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Sanaa time), Feb. 17, CENTCOM successfully conducted five self-defense strikes against three mobile anti-ship cruise missiles, one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV), and one unmanned surface vessel (USV) in Iranian-backed Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. This is the first observed Houthi employment of a UUV since attacks began in Oct. 23. CENTCOM identified the anti-ship cruise missiles, unmanned underwater vessel, and the unmanned surface vessel in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined they presented an imminent threat to U.S. Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region. These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.

AMBREY – RED SEA – OPERATION PROSPERITY GUARDIAN On the 09th of January 2024, a multitude of missiles and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) were launched toward the shipping lanes of the southern Red Sea. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), a total of 18 UAVs, two cruise missiles, and one ballistic missile were intercepted by coalition forces. These forces consisted of the UK Royal Navy Type 45 Daring-class destroyer, HMS DIAMOND (D34), and three US Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. The assault was launched by Ansar Allah (“the Houthis”) whose military spokesperson, Yahya Sare’e, claimed responsibility. You can view the full Insight Brief and sign-up via our AMBREY Insights-Hub: https://lnkd.in/e3B8ZeeC or contact us today to assess your risk exposure within the region and to request further information on our Intelligence and Digital Risk Management services. www.ambrey.com #MaritimeRisk #MaritimeSecurity #RiskManagement #Shipping #RedSea #ProsperityGuardian #Houthis #Ambrey

AMBREY – RED SEA – OPERATION PROSPERITY GUARDIAN On the 09th of January 2024, a multitude of missiles and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) were launched toward the shipping lanes of the southern Red Sea. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), a total of 18 UAVs, two cruise missiles, and one ballistic missile were intercepted by coalition forces. These forces consisted of the UK Royal Navy Type 45 Daring-class destroyer, HMS DIAMOND (D34), and three US Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. The assault was launched by Ansar Allah (“the Houthis”) whose military spokesperson, Yahya Sare’e, claimed responsibility. You can view the full Insight Brief and sign-up via our AMBREY Insights-Hub: https://lnkd.in/e3B8ZeeC or contact us today to assess your risk exposure within the region and to request further information on our Intelligence and Digital Risk Management services. www.ambrey.com #MaritimeRisk #MaritimeSecurity #RiskManagement #Shipping #RedSea #ProsperityGuardian #Houthis #Ambrey

Feb. 14 Summary of Red Sea activities On Feb. 14, between the hours of 1p.m. – 7:30p.m.(Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces successfully conducted four self-defense strikes against seven mobile anti-ship cruise missiles (ASCM), three mobile unmanned aerial vehicles(UAV), and one explosive unmanned surface vessel(USV) in Houthi controlled areas of Yemen, that were prepared to launch against ships in the Red Sea. CENTCOM identified these mobile missiles, UAVs, and USV in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined it presented an imminent threat to U.S. Navy ships and merchant vessels in the region. These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.

Feb. 21 Red Sea Rollup TAMPA, Fla. – On Feb. 21, between 12:00 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted four self-defense strikes against seven mobile Houthi Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles and one mobile Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile launcher that were prepared to launch towards the Red Sea. Additionally, during this timeframe CENTCOM forces shot down a one-way attack unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in self-defense. CENTCOM forces identified the missiles, launchers and UAS originating from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined that they presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and to U.S. Navy ships in the region. CENTCOM forces subsequently struck and destroyed the missiles, launchers and UAS in self-defense. These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.

#RedSea - On Feb. 22, at approximately 5 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted self-defense strikes against four Iranian-backed Houthi unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and two mobile anti-ship cruise missiles (ASCM) that were prepared to launch from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen towards the Red Sea. On Feb. 23, between 3:30 and 5 a.m., CENTCOM forces shot down three Houthi one-way attack UAV near several commercial ships operating in the Red Sea. There was no damage to any ships. CENTCOM forces identified the UAVs and ASCMs and determined they presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and to the U.S. Navy ships in the region. These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.

Red Sea Update On March 5, between the hours of 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces shot down one anti-ship ballistic missile and three one-way attack unmanned aerial systems launched from Iranian-backed Houthi controlled areas of Yemen toward USS Carney (DDG 64) in the Red Sea. There are no injuries or damage to the ship. Later between 8:45 p.m. and 9:40 p.m., CENTCOM forces destroyed three anti-ship missiles and three unmanned surface vessels(USV) in self-defense. The missiles and USVs were located in Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen. CENTCOM forces identified the missiles, UAVs, and USVs and determined that they presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and to the U.S. Navy ships in the region. These actions are taken to protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.

Feb. 21 Red Sea Rollup TAMPA, Fla. – On Feb. 21, between 12:00 a.m. and 6:45 p.m. (Sanaa time), U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces conducted four self-defense strikes against seven mobile Houthi Anti-Ship Cruise Missiles and one mobile Anti-Ship Ballistic Missile launcher that were prepared to launch towards the Red Sea. Additionally, during this timeframe CENTCOM forces shot down a one-way attack unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in self-defense. CENTCOM forces identified the missiles, launchers and UAS originating from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen and determined that they presented an imminent threat to merchant vessels and to U.S. Navy ships in the region. CENTCOM forces subsequently struck and destroyed the missiles, launchers and UAS in self-defense. These actions will protect freedom of navigation and make international waters safer and more secure for U.S. Navy and merchant vessels.