Embraer delivered the first A/AT-29 ALX Super Tucano light attack/trainer turboprop to the Brazilian air force at Gavião Peixoto, northern São Paulo state on 18 December. The air force has ordered 76 aircraft, with options on a further 23 as part of a modernisation deal. Forty-nine single seaters will be used for daytime policing of the Amazon, 20 two-seaters will provide night time cover and a further 30 two-seaters will be used for training.
Source: Flight International
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.
