The Pentagon plans to provide South Korea with $160 million-worth of spare parts for military aircraft and tactical missiles provided in the past by the Seoul Government. The aircraft include the McDonnell Douglas F-4 and Northrop F-5. The deal also includes AIM-7 and AIM-9 air-to-air missile components.
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.
