NH INDUSTRIES plans to fly the first prototype NH90 before the end of 1995. The aircraft is the first of five test helicopters in the four-nation programme for a miltary-utility helicopter. The PT1 was assembled in Marignane, in southern France.
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.
