The Brazilian army has ordered four Sikorsky S-70A Black Hawk helicopters for delivery in August, to be based in Patuca, Ecuador. The helicopters will be used on peacekeeping missions along the disputed border between Ecuador and Peru.
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.
