Opportunity to update the CC-150 fleet?

[dapaterson]

Yes

Maybe IOC is one dude who saw a MRTT on Youtube.

 

[suffolkowner]

I don't think the first MRTT enters into service until 2027. It does enter conversion this year however.

The Government of Canada orders 4 new Airbus A330 MRTTs - EDR Magazine

The Government of Canada has awarded Airbus Defence and Space with a contract for four newly-built Airbus A330 MRTT aircraft.

www.edrmagazine.eu

https://twitter.com/x/status/1935408899441533189

I think the VIP is getting fitted out as well

edit

https://twitter.com/x/status/1934305322270646689

 

[calculus]

Dodged a bullet by NOT buying Pegasus. Not aware of any MRTTs losing a boom.

Boom On KC-46 Tanker Just Broke Off During F-22 Refueling Mission (Updated)

The KC-46 tanker had been refueling F-22 Raptor stealth fighters when the incident occurred.

www.twz.com

 

[Colin Parkinson]

Boeing's "Self detaching parts issue" continues.....