Chile’s air force transformation made a significant advance on 24 January, when it took delivery of its first two Lockheed Martin F-16D two-seat fighters from a 10-aircraft order worth almost $550 million. Another two F-16Ds and six F-16Cs will follow this year.
Source: Flight International
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.
Athens signed a long-sought letter of offer and acceptance with airframer Lockheed Martin covering 20 F-35 stealth fighters, with options for a further 20 jets.
