Tunisian Air Force Takes Delivery of T-6C Texan II Integrated Trainers
extron Aviation Defense, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation, has delivered the first Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Integrated Training System to the Tunisian Air Force, the OEM announced today. The delivery was made to support operations at the No.13 Squadron at the Sfax Air Base in Tunisia.
Textron Aviation Defense, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation, has delivered the first Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Integrated Training System to the Tunisian Air Force, the OEM announced today. [Courtesy: Textron Aviation]
Key Takeaways:
Textron Aviation Defense has delivered the first Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Integrated Training System aircraft to the Tunisian Air Force for operations at Sfax Air Base.
This delivery is part of a contract for eight T-6C Texan II aircraft, which also includes comprehensive pilot and maintenance training, logistics support, and ground-based training systems.
The remaining seven aircraft are scheduled for delivery by the end of 2023, with Tunisian pilots already undergoing initial training in Wichita, Kansas.
Tunisia is the 13th nation to acquire the T-6, aiming to enhance its military flight training, support counter-terrorism, and strengthen its relationship with the United States.
Textron Aviation Defense, a subsidiary of Textron Aviation, a Textron company (NYSE: TXT), has delivered the first Beechcraft T-6C Texan II Integrated Training System aircraft to the Tunisian Air Force, the OEM announced today.
The delivery was made to support operations at the No.13 Squadron at the Sfax Air Base in Tunisia.
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Michael Wildes holds a master’s degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Previously, he worked at the university’s flight department as a Flight Check Airman, Assistant Training Manager, and Quality Assurance Mentor. He holds MEI, CFI & CFII ratings. Follow Michael on Twitter @Captainwildes.
