Four Lockheed Martin Block 50 F-16 fighters were delivered to the Greek air force late in July. These are the first of 32 single-seat C-model and eight two-place D-model latest-generation aircraft ordered by the air force. The ferry flight consisted of two F-16Cs and two F-16Ds Block 50 aircraft powered by General Electric F110-GE-129 turbofans.
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.
