The French Government has ordered the first 13 Dassault Rafale multi-role fighters following agreement with major subcontractors and Dassault to cut prices by 10%. A further order, for 48 aircraft, has been thrown into doubt by a possible change of government. The order covers ten Rafales for the navy and three for the air force.
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.
