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Saab signs support agreement for SK60 trainer aircraft

Air May 28, 2020

Saab has extended its support and maintenance agreement with the Swedish Armed Forces regarding the SK60 trainer aircraft, which is used for pilot training. The contract agreed by Saab is valid from 1 July 2020 up to 2025, with 2026 as an optional year. The initial order value amounts to MSEK ...

ETPS releases new course catalogue for flight training

Air February 3, 2020

Empire Test Pilot’s School (ETPS) has released a course catalogue with flight training options through QinetiQ. The new course catalogue is the first produced by ETPS and will offer flight training options for military and civilian pilots. The catalogue will provide flight test professionals with details of its comprehensive range of ...

HMS Queen Elizabeth to conduct flight trials in UK waters

Maritime January 29, 2020

HMS Queen Elizabeth will conduct flight trials for F-35 Lightning jets in UK waters after sailing from Portsmouth. The jets conducted their first maritime flight trials from an aircraft carrier last year and the new tests will allow pilots to practise landing on the deck of the HMS Queen Elizabeth. The ...

AERALIS develops new leasing model for pilot training aircraft

Air May 8, 2019

AERALIS, the British company currently developing a new generation of fighter jet pilot training aircraft and flying training system, is looking to offer a new leasing model that promises to significantly reduce costs for their potential customers. Adopting a unique modular concept built around a robust common core fuselage, the AERALIS ...