Cubic tailors mortar simulator for the US Army
The company’s mortar trainer received improvements based on soldier’s feedback.
Draken takes on supersonic training role for USAF
Draken International has begun supersonic radar-equipped F1M missions to support combat training of USAF pilots at Nellis AFB, Nevada.
Modernised Mirage F1Ms are being used to test US and coalition fourth- and fifth-generation fighter aircraft and evaluate tactics and procedures during air warfare operations, with the Mirage used as an adversary platform.
Working alongside Paramount Aerospace Systems, Draken has reassembled and restored a fleet of former Spanish Air Force F1Ms at its facility in Lakeland, Florida.
Sean Gustafson, VP of Business Development at Draken, said: ‘These fleets of supersonic assets highlight the dedication to fulfilling combat readiness training objectives at Nellis and [other] Air Force bases [AFBs] across the US. Our ever-growing fleet of advanced fighters enrich our capabilities and challenge airmen, sailors and Marines alike.’
The company has also accepted a fleet of ex-South African Air Force fourth-generation Cheetah aircraft for future use in supersonic training at US AFBs.
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