First Eurofighter of Halcón I program ready for maiden flight (heise.de)
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- First Halcón I Eurofighter completed in Getafe, Spain
- Engine runs and maiden flight upcoming
- 20 aircraft to replace Spanish F/A-18 Hornets
- Contract value €2.043 billion
- Deliveries 2026-2030, followed by Halcón II
"Airbus Defence has completed the first Eurofighter for Spain's Halcón I program at the Getafe plant. Engine tests and maiden flight are imminent. The 20 aircraft will replace Spain's F/A-18 Hornets and bolster NATO's southern flank. Delivery from 2026 to 2030."
#Eurofighter upgrade
#NATO southern flank
#Spanish air defense
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