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How many Black Hawks are there?
The S-70 Black Hawk is a US-designed utility helicopter, first flown in 1974. Over 4,000 have been produced and are used by more than 30 countries, including Turkey. Its versatility makes it popular for troop transport, medical evacuation, and search and rescue missions, like those in Malatya.
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