This order may indicate Thailand's growing need for tactical transport capabilities, which could suggest an expansion of its military operations. The selection of the C295 aircraft may also indicate a preference for Airbus products, which could have implications for future procurement decisions.
Air Force Expands Tactical Transport Capabilities With Airbus Deal
Thailand has contracted Airbus to supply the Royal Thai Air Force with two C295 aircraft in a tactical transport configuration. The aircraft will be operated by the RTAF’s Wing 46 at Phitsanulok in central Thailand. The C295 has a capacity to carry 70 troops or 49 paratroopers and can take off and land on unprepared runways. The order was announced by Airbus Defence and Space, as reported by Janes.
This order may indicate Thailand's growing need for tactical transport capabilities, which could suggest an expansion of its military operations. The selection of the C295 aircraft may also indicate a preference for Airbus products, which could have implications for future procurement decisions.
Air Force Expands Tactical Transport Capabilities With Airbus Deal
Thailand has contracted Airbus to supply the Royal Thai Air Force with two C295 aircraft in a tactical transport configuration. The aircraft will be operated by the RTAF’s Wing 46 at Phitsanulok in central Thailand. The C295 has a capacity to carry 70 troops or 49 paratroopers and can take off and land on unprepared runways. The order was announced by Airbus Defence and Space, as reported by Janes.