The MoU between Aero and Airborne Technologies GmbH was signed for joint development and integration of reconnaissance systems (pod) onto the L-39NG jet trainer.
Aero, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Airborne Technologies GmbH, a ONE STOP SHOP in the fields of airborne surveillance and airborne geodata acquisition for the joint development and integration of reconnaissance systems (pod) onto the L-39NG jet trainer. The L-39NG aircraft is developed by Aero Vodochody which is the largest producer of aircraft in the Czech Republic. The L-39NG jet trainer has already received type certification without restrictions; hence the jet can be operated worldwide and is compatible with all requirements within the European Union and North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Aero was presenting the L-39NG jet at the Airpower Airshow in Zeltweg, Austria. The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between representatives and Airborne Technologies GmbH took place during the event, further extending Aero’s collaboration with the Austrian industry. Aero is an aircraft manufacturer and an air forces partner that specializes in the development, assembly, production and servicing of jets.
“The L-39NG platform from Aero is a very attractive choice for our customers. In the case of Austria, the Czech Ministry of Defence fully supports the project and offers full government to government sale and collaboration via its Agency for Intergovernmental Defence Cooperation (AMOS). In addition, the Czech Republic is also offering to Austria participation in jet pilot training and therefore sharing logistics and operational cost,” says Filip Kulštrunk, Vice President Sales & Marketing at Aero Vodochody.
Aero within the program will offer strategic, long-term industrial cooperation to Austria for at least 20 years. Operating the L-39NG in Austria will bring significant cost savings when compared to training fighter pilots in other countries. The jet will also deliver additional indigenous mission capabilities to the Austrian Air Force.
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Currently, Aero is discussing other strategic industrial collaborations with multiple Austrian companies that can be directly involved in the manufacturing process, as well as in the maintenance and support of the L-39NG training platform. L-39NG is the most cost-effective platform for training, light attack and air surveillance missions in its class.
