The Israeli air force is to form a new aggressor squadron at its Uvda airbase, equipped with McDonnell Douglas A-4 Skyhawks and F-4 Phantoms, plus transport and combat helicopters. The service will, meanwhile, receive its first of 18 Beechcraft A-36 Bonanzas next month. The type will replace the air force's 21 Socata TB20 Trinidads, which will be sold.
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.
