Honeywell-made global-positioning-system enhanced navigation equipment (GENE) has been selected by Chrysler Technologies Airborne Systems for an upgrade to the US Air Force's Lockheed Martin C-141 control and display equipment. The Honeywell GENE is based on a system developed for the C-130J.
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.
