We were thrilled to hit a major milestone in January and see our upgraded King Air Avenger take to the skies. The aircraft, supported by Draken, is the first in the UKMFTS fleet at RNAS Culdrose to complete significant modifications.
Changes will accommodate increased training capacity and the onboard mission computer will use the same software as the Lockheed Martin ground based mission simulator, enabling a seamless transition for mission aircrew trainees.
Modifications being made to the entire fleet of four aircraft will help ensure that newly skilled operators are delivered to Operational Conversion Units ready to engage with emerging technologies and the latest aircraft platforms.
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