{
  "id": 4160362,
  "title": "Six Sukhois, three Airbus aircraft to highlight Melaka National Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/six-sukhois-three-airbus-aircraft-to-highlight-melaka-national-day",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-29T09:29:29.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/08/1521318/six-sukhois-three-airbus-aircraft-highlight-melaka-national-day"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "MELAKA: This year's state-level National Day celebration at Dataran 1Malaysia, Klebang, will feature six Sukhoi fighter jets in a display of Malaysia's defence capabilities. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Ab Rauf Yusoh announced that three Airbus air transport aircraft will also be part of the festivities. Additionally, six Royal Malaysian Navy warships will be open for public viewing. The Chief Minister expressed his gratitude to the Royal Malaysian Air Force and the Malaysian Armed Forces for their impressive flypast involving the Sukhoi jets and Airbus aircraft. Ab Rauf stated that the collaboration has provided Melaka residents with the opportunity to witness the capabilities and professionalism of their security forces. He was satisfied with the performance and commitment shown by all parties during the full rehearsal for the celebration. In total, 158 contingents with 8,531 personnel and 11 floats and 21 vehicles with 627 personnel will participate in this year's parade. The celebration, which is expected to draw more than 50,000 visitors, will also see 15 tourist attractions across Melaka offering free admission to the public on August 31.",
  "summary": "MELAKA: Six Sukhoi fighter jets will headline this year’s state-level National Day celebration at Dataran 1Malaysia, Klebang, with the public also able to view Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF) assets and capabilities.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}