Cambodia has taken delivery of its first two ex-Czech air force Aero Vodochody L-39 trainers from Israel Aircraft Industries (IAI). An additional four jet trainers will be delivered by early April, as part of wider deal with IAI to upgrade Cambodian Mikoyan Mig-21bis fighters.
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.
