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Acquisition·Hawk Replacement

UK Seeks New Jet Trainer

1 source · first reported 4h ago

via Theaviationist

The UK has released a request for information to replace the Hawk T1 and Hawk T2 in Royal Air Force service. The replacement is part of the Defence Investment Plan, which includes the early retirement of the Hawk T2 and the 2030 retirement of the Red Arrows' Hawk T1. The RFI aims to gather industry responses for the new jet trainer and Red Arrows aircraft

Why it matters

The replacement of the Hawk T1 and T2 is crucial for the Royal Air Force's training capabilities and the Red Arrows' aerobatic performances. The new jet trainer will play a significant role in shaping the UK's future airpower

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