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teapoo
16th Feb 2004, 08:58
Just some questions. how long will the pig reamin in service? when will they stop training pilots to fly the mighty beast? and will the orion be able to survive as a strike aircraft in a combat arena?
Ang737
16th Feb 2004, 09:27
I have heard that by 2010 all Pigs will be replaced... Check the military forums
Torres
16th Feb 2004, 10:47
Defence have already announced a retirement date (for budgetary purposes) for the Pigs.
Cougar
17th Feb 2004, 11:01
2010 is correct according to the Australians 14 Nov 03 Interview with CAF.
Latest Aus Aviation has an interest article disputing the cost figures used to justify the early pig retirement.