German company Grob graphically underlines the premier role of its G115 trainers with this picture of 30 aircraft from the Perth, Western Australia-based China Southern West Australian Flying College, which trains pilots for China Southern Airlines and other associated airlines. Grob G115s are claimed to have an almost infinite airframe life and have been described as "the best trainer since the Tiger Moth".
Source: Flight Daily News
Germany has awarded Qinetiq an Aerial Training Services contract to support its armed forces by operating a fleet of two turboprop-powered types.
Stockholm’s selection of a new-generation tactical airlifter will be a “political decision”, says Swedish air force chief Major General Jonas Wikman.
The January incident at Ellsworth AFB resulted in the destruction of the $450 million bomber and a rare quadruple ejection of the crew, who were attempting to execute an instrument landing during poor weather.
