Belgium Orders Pilatus PC-7 MKX Trainers for Air Force Pilot Training

Belgium has ordered 18 Pilatus PC-7 MKX training aircraft for the Belgian Air Force, marking the third European nation to select the Swiss manufacturer’s advanced trainer. The order includes a comprehensive Ground-Based Training System with simulators, computer-based training platforms, and mission planning tools. Deliveries begin in 2027, with pilot training commencing in 2028. A 20-year service contract was approved on November 27, 2025. This acquisition positions Belgium alongside the Netherlands and France in modernizing pilot training capabilities with state-of-the-art aircraft featuring upgraded cockpits and enhanced safety features including Martin-Baker ejection seats.