Germany has requested to buy four MQ-4Cs and the U.S. Defense Security Cooperation Agency has notified Congress on the potential $2.50 billion order.
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Tupolev manufacturing three more Tu-214s for the Russian government
Documents published on the Russian government’s procurement website indicates three Tu-214 special mission aircraft have been ordered.
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French Defense Minister expects announcement on new European fighter program at Berlin airshow
The ILA Berlin Air Show will take place from Apr. 25-29 and France’s Defense Minister has indicated that the “first significant step” in the joint development of a new fighter with Germany will take place during the trade show.
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Senegal orders four L-39NGs
During Senegal’s Independence Day celebrations on Apr. 4, the country’s President announced that four L-39NG light attack aircraft have been ordered.
KC-46A completes fuel on-load testing
The KC-46A has completed the fuel on-load testing portion required for the FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) by refueling another KC-46A in mid-air.
Photo: Boeing
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