Cassidian Wins Spanish AF Contract for Modifying Fuselages of F-5 Aircraft

• Structural modification will be carried out in Getafe
• Aim is to ensure the operational safety of the aircraft

Cassidian Spain recently signed a contract with the Spanish Air Force to carry out structural modifications on five fuselages in F-5 aircraft. This is a follow-on to previous contracts, all of which aimed to implement a number of structural modifications in the F-5 fleet. These modifications have been designed and validated with a view to ensure the operational safety of the aircraft.

With this contract, Cassidian will continue its efforts to support the plans to upgrade the F-5 aircraft of the Spanish Air Force in order to implement structural enhancements in these aircraft are implemented in the shortest possible time. The modifications will be carried out at Cassidian's facilities in Getafe.


Enrique Barrientos, CEO of Cassidian Spain, commented: "We are very proud that the Spanish Air Force has renewed its trust in our experience by awarding us this contract. We are fully committed to provide ongoing support that will ensure customer satisfaction."

Source : Cassidian