Polish military aviation academy buys six aircraft
The Polish Air Force University has ordered six trainer aircraft from JB Investments.
Announced via the EU tenders database, the deal is worth PLN11.73 million ($2.96 million).
The order covers the delivery of brand new aircraft with a type-approved EASA certificate enabling VFR flights by day and at night.
Poland-based JB Investments sells news and used light aircraft from manufacturers such as Diamond, Pilatus and Robinson.
While the aircraft type was not specified, the Polish Air Force University operates Diamond DA20 (pictured) and Diamond DA42 light aircraft.
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