Aircraft
Sweden Seeks New Air Force Basic Trainer
After several delays, the Swedish government has initiated the process to replace the 57-year old Saab SK 60 in the training role.
SK 60s are seen in the Flygskolan hangar at Malmen, where they are due to be replaced. The veteran trainers are occasionally flown at airshows by instructors as the part-time “Team 60” display team. (Photo: David Donald)
SK 60s are seen in the Flygskolan hangar at Malmen, where they are due to be replaced. The veteran trainers are occasionally flown at airshows by instructors as the part-time “Team 60” display team. (Photo: David Donald)

The Swedish government has approved its FMV defense materiel administration to begin the procurement of a new basic training aircraft for the Swedish air force. A request for tenders was placed on the eAvrop online tendering platform on April 9. Potential bidders have until July 31 to register their tender, which will be binding until the end of the year.


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