The Portuguese navy plans to acquire two more anti-submarine warfare and search-and-rescue helicopters for operations from its Meko 200 frigates. The €45 million ($54 million) deal will seethe aircraft join the navy's current five AgustaWestland Lynx 95 helicopters. The service is considering the Super Lynx 300 or second-hand Super Lynx, along with surplus types such as the Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite or Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk.
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.
