Finnish Air Force Advances JETX Aircraft Replacement Programme Decision
The Finnish Air Force is close to selecting a replacement for its three Learjet 35A aircraft, with a decision expected by June 2026. This move is crucial for enhancing operational capabilities in transport, liaison, and surveillance roles.
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The Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command has received final proposals from Embraer, Pilatus Aircraft, and Textron Aviation for the JETX Aircraft Replacement Programme, which seeks to replace ageing Learjet 35A aircraft. The new aircraft will support passenger transport, light cargo, and military liaison missions, with a requirement for at least two engines.
Evaluation flights are being conducted through 2025-2026, with a contract decision anticipated in June 2026. The Learjet 35A aircraft, which have been in service since autumn 1982, are being withdrawn, with the first unit retired on 27 May 2026. This replacement is necessary as turboprop options were deemed insufficient for operational needs, indicating a strategic shift in aircraft capabilities.
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