Aircraft
Leonardo Logs First Order for the M-346FA
An undisclosed “major international customer” has ordered six of the fighter/attack derivative of the M-346 Master advanced jet trainer
The M-346FA can carry a range of air-to-ground and air-to-air ordnance. Here the demonstrator is loaded with unguided and laser-guided bombs, centerline gun pod, and Iris-T air-to-air missiles. (photo: Leonardo)
The M-346FA can carry a range of air-to-ground and air-to-air ordnance. Here the demonstrator is loaded with unguided and laser-guided bombs, centerline gun pod, and Iris-T air-to-air missiles. (photo: Leonardo)

Leonardo booked an order in July for six M-346FA light fighter/attack aircraft, Leonardo SpA CEO Alessandro Profumo revealed during a press conference following the publication of the company’s 2019 first-half results on July 30. He declined to reveal the air force’s identity, noting only that it is a “major international customer.” He also said that the first export order for the M-345 basic/advanced trainer would be revealed later in the year.