This news is classified in: Defense Aerospace Engines / Power / Fuel Military Aircraft
Feb 23, 2017
Cobham's 912E Wing Air Refuelling Pods have successfully completed the first airborne connection between Embraer's KC-390 multi-mission medium transport aircraft and a fighter aircraft.
Operating from Santa Cruz Air Force Base in Brazil on 19th February, the KC-390 made a series of contacts with a Brazilian Air Force F5 fighter jet at high altitude, marking a significant milestone for the aircrafts aerial refuelling programme.
The 912E pod is a bespoke design solution utilising the latest technology for the KC-390 to meet the aircrafts high performance criteria including its ability to satisfy a wide number of receivers at extended ranges. The Brazilian Air Force is the launch customer for the aircraft which is scheduled to enter service in 2018.
by Product (Alkaline Fuel Cells, Direct Methanol Fuel Cells, Molten Carbonate Fuel Cells), Application (Aerospace, Military)
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