A team led by Rockwell Collins has won an initial $35 million US Air Force contract to upgrade the avionics on Boeing KC-135s. With options, the contract could grow to $250 million and include over 600 aircraft. The work includes, installation of the FMS-800 flight management system, EFIS-90 flight displays, and a WXR-700 weather radar.
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.
