The US Air Force's fleet of 244 Lockheed C-141B transports is now operational with no restrictions, following completion of wing-crack repairs. Aircraft requiring a wing lower-surface replacement to overcome weep-hole cracking were the last to be returned to service.
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.
