Airod plans to begin work on converting the first of two Royal Malaysian Air Force Lockheed Martin C-130H transports into in-flight refueling tankers by the end of April. Lockheed Martin is acting as an integrator for the KC-130 modification programme, which will take six months to complete for each aircraft. Work will include the fitting of a cargo deck fuel tank and underwing flight-refueling hose-drum units.
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.
