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Forum: Military Aviation

2nd May 2020, 13:49

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German Tornado replacement

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Posted By Buster15

A lot of their problem is self inflicted. During...

A lot of their problem is self inflicted. During the RAF Tornado fleet rundown and ultimate withdrawal from service, the German MoD had an opportunity to procure masses of spare parts.

For some...

Forum: Military Aviation

28th Apr 2020, 10:09

Replies: 86

German Tornado replacement

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Posted By Buster15

Just goes to show that even 40 plus years on, the...

Just goes to show that even 40 plus years on, the trusty Tornado takes some serious money and equipment to replace its full capabilities.

Forum: Military Aviation

27th Sep 2019, 18:54

Replies: 86

German Tornado replacement

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Posted By Buster15

But how does this help if they don't want to...

But how does this help if they don't want to disclose all the design data to the US to allow nuclear certification.

Forum: Military Aviation

12th Apr 2019, 13:40

Replies: 86

German Tornado replacement

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Posted By Buster15

Let's at least try to compare apples with...

Let's at least try to compare apples with applesshall we.
Yes seven years does seem a long time. But certifying anything where Nuclear Safety is involved can become a massive exercise.

Forum: Military Aviation

12th Apr 2019, 13:35

Replies: 86

German Tornado replacement

Views: 71,043

Posted By Buster15

These figures seem surprising. The RAF has just...

These figures seem surprising.
The RAF has just retired its fleet of Tornado and I have been told that the vast majority of the airframes and systems have been reduced to produce. I also understand...

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