Stuart Thomson has been named vice-president of business development at McDonnell Douglas' (MDC) Military Transport Aircraft unit at Long Beach, California. Thomson formerly director of business development for the C-17 programme replaces Gary Mears who has resigned.
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.
