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Finnish Air Force purchases 28 used Grob G115E training aircraft from Babcock International.
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World Aviation Defense & Security News - Finland
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Finnish Air Force purchases 28 used Grob G115E training aircraft from Babcock International
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The Finnish Defense Ministry said on October 10 that it will purchase 28 used Grob G115E training aircraft from the UK-based Babcock International for about US$7.4 million. The deal includes instruction required in order to induct the planes in the country's inventory.
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 Two Grob G115E "Tutor" operated by Royal Navy pilots(Credit: Royal Navy) |
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The 28 aircraft will be delivered through 2016-end and in 2017. The aircraft are likely to be modernized by the Finnish Air Force with new navigation systems, cockpit displays, and communication equipment.
The Finnish Air Force used an ageing fleet of 27 Valmet L-70 "Vinka" aircraft for training purposes since 1980. Babcock International operates 119 Grob G115E in 15 different locations for the UK's Royal Navy, British Army and University Air Squadrons and Air Cadets through the Light Aircraft Flying Task program. |
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