Russia and Malaysia have signed a bilateral defence co-operation agreement, which includes training and manufacture of unspecified Russian-designed military equipment. The agreement, signed in Kuala Lumpur on 6 April by Malaysian and Russian defence ministers, follows a similar agreement, signed when Malaysia purchased 18 MiG-29 fighters in 1994.
Source: Flight International
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.
Athens signed a long-sought letter of offer and acceptance with airframer Lockheed Martin covering 20 F-35 stealth fighters, with options for a further 20 jets.
