According to a source from the Russian navy, Russia may get its first Kamov Ka-52K (Katran) shipborne helicopters by 2018. France earlier refused to deliver two Mistral helicopter carriers that were to be bases for the helicopters.
The reason behind France’s refusal is Russia’s alleged involvement in the eastern Ukraine conflict. France was supposed to deliver two Mistral-class amphibious assault ships to Russia. …read more
Source: International Business Times
