The Royal Jordan Air Force has ordered two EADS Casa C295 tactical transports in a deal valued at $45 million.
EADS Casa says the aircraft will be delivered this year, bolstering Jordan's air transport fleet, which also includes EADS Casa C212s and CN235s.
Jordan becomes the third country to sign a C295 contract after Poland and Spain. The twin-engined aircraft has also been selected by Brazil and the United Arab Emirates as a maritime patrol aircraft.
Meanwhile, Portugal is expected soon to issue an invitation to tender for up to 12 tactical transports to replace C212s.
EADS Casa says it expects to compete in Portugal with the C295, while Alenia says it is planning to offer the C-27J, developed in conjunction with Lockheed Martin.
Portugal is also a potential participant in the Airbus Military A400M programme, with a requirement for three aircraft to replace Lockheed Martin C-130s. A decision on participation is expected within three months.
Source: Flight International
