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Air Force Events ·Jul 10, 2024 ·πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Saudi Arabia

Royal Saudi Air Force A330 MRTT Ordered

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Royal Saudi Air Force
DateJuly 10, 2024
CountryπŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Saudi Arabia
ForceRoyal Saudi Air Force
Aircraft A330 MRTT (Airbus A330 MRTT)
Event type Ordered
Quantity 4
Description

Airbus announced on 10 July 2024 that Saudi Arabia had ordered four additional A330 MRTT multi-role tanker transports, the third contract the kingdom has signed for the type. The aircraft will be equipped for air-to-air refuelling and transport, with conversion starting in early 2026 and entry into service planned for 2027; the contract also covers logistics support, spare parts, training and maintenance. Airbus said the order makes the Royal Saudi Air Force one of the largest MRTT operators in the world. The service already operates six A330 MRTTs.

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Side Profile
Airbus A330 MRTT Transport profile drawing
Profile of Airbus A330 MRTT