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.....

 

[calculus]

First fully kitted out MRTT has had it's first test flight.

Canada's First Airbus A330 Tanker Aircraft Completes Maiden Flight for Royal Canadian Air Force

Canada's first Airbus A330 tanker aircraft completes its maiden flight marking a key step toward Royal Canadian Air Force delivery in 2027.

www.armyrecognition.com