All 22 people on board were killed when an Indian air force Hindustan Aeronautics 748 twin turboprop transport crashed on 24 December, 1996. Initial reports suggest that the aircraft may have suffered an engine failure before hitting a hill near Nellore, 240km (130nm) from Madras, according to Airclaims.
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.
