The first two Afghan air force helicopter pilots to complete basic pilot training in the U.S. recently began the initial Mi-17 qualification course meant to convert them into Mi-17 helicopter pilots at the Afghan air force base in Kabul.
Month: January 2011
RNLAF’s CH-47F (NL) Chinook makes 1st flight
The Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) CH-47F (NL) Chinook made its first flight in a ceremony Jan. 25 at Summit Aviation in Middletown, Del.
Continue reading “RNLAF’s CH-47F (NL) Chinook makes 1st flight”
Germany to sell 13 A400Ms
Germany plans to sell away 13 of its A400M transports in order to cut costs. It will still place an order for 53 aircraft but some of those will be offered to other buyers.
Continue reading “Germany to sell 13 A400Ms”
Israeli Air Force to setup Heron UAV squadron
The Israeli Air Force is working towards setting up a new squadron that will operate the IAI Heron UAV.
IMI could merge with Rafael
The Israeli government has recommended that Israel Military Industries merged with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems.
Continue reading “IMI could merge with Rafael”