Programs

Overview
Force Structures
Programs

Ongoing Programs and Future Requirements

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Air Force Programs

In 2001, New Zealand made the bold decision to withdraw its A-4 Skyhawks from service, place its Aermacchi trainers in storage, and forgo a plan to purchase secondhand F-16s. Thus, in one broad sweep, New Zealand became the first nation to abandon a fixed-wing air combat capability.

Trainers. With the award of an NZD154 million contract to Beechcraft Defense Company on January 27, 2014, the search by the Royal New Zealand Air Force for a new aircraft training...

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