Argentine Air Force Saab 340B makes successful first flight to Marambio Base in Antarctica

Monday, April 15th 2024 - 10:34 UTC

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The Argentine Air Force (FAA) has added the Swedish-built Saab 340B twin turboprop to the list of aircraft able to perform logistics missions to Antarctica after a successful first flight last week. The model is ideal for small-size operations that would otherwise require the services of the much larger and four-engined Lockheed C-130 Hercules. Read full article

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FitzRoy
You need a “weapons system” to deliver scientists to an otherwise undefended Antarctica?
Apr 17th, 2024 - 09:27 am - Link - Report abuse 0
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