Daimler-Benz Aerospace (Dasa) is seeking more partners for its proposed AT-2000 advanced jet trainer.
The German company says it is in "close negotiations" with two potential partners - Hyundai of South Korea and Denel Aviation of South Africa.
It would like more partners, however, and says it is actively pursuing that goal at the show.
Currently in pre-development, the AT-2000 would have a top speed of Mach 1.5 and take-off weight of 7,630kg. Dasa says first deliveries could take place in 2005 and that two unidentified countries have already put the trainer on their short-lists.
If they were to commit to the AT-2000, there would be a combined order for some 250 units.
Source: Flight Daily News