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Leonardo's new M-346FA fighter jet starring at Paris Air Show 2017.
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SIAE 2017
International Paris Air Show Show 19 - 25 June 2017, Paris-Le Bourget, France |
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Leonardo's new M-346FA fighter jet starring at Paris Air Show 2017
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At Paris Air Show 2017, Leonardo is for the first time showcasing the new fighter attack version of the M-346, a further evolution of a family concept designed to create a common baseline, able to rapidly meet the different requirements of the air forces.
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 New M-346FA fighter aircraft variant showcased at Paris Air Show 2017 |
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The M-346 Fighter Attack will be equipped with a dedicated variant of the Grifo multi-mode fire control radar, designed and manufactured by Leonardo.
This new version of the M-346 will take its place next to the two existing variants of the aircraft: the Advanced Jet Trainer and the multi-role M-346FT (Fighter Trainer). Leonardo has already carried out the studies for the FA’s radar installation and its mechanical integration with the aircraft. The M-346FA’s characteristics make it not only an excellent advanced trainer, but also a light fighter aircraft capable of carrying out operational missions at far lower costs than those of front-line fighters. Several air forces have already expressed their interest in it. With seven pylons for external loads, the M-346FA will retain the excellent capabilities of the M-346 family in the advanced and pre-operational training roles, but will also be able to operate very effectively as multi-role tactical aircraft, capable of air-to-surface, air-to-air and tactical reconnaissance missions. The integration of the worldwide successful multi-mode Grifo radar will provide the M-346FA with unparalleled versatility and effectiveness, thanks to the availability of many specialized radar modes both Air-to-Air and Air-to-Surface. |
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