Tunisian Air Force Transformation: How the Beechcraft T-6C Texan II is Shaping the Future of Pilot Training
Textron Aviation Defense has announced the delivery of the eighth Beechcraft T-6C Texan II aircraft to bolster the production of pilots for the Tunisian Air Force at No. 13 Squadron situated at Sfax Air Base in Tunisia. Previously, Textron Aviation Defense was granted a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) agreement for eight advanced T-6C Texan II military training aircraft, alongside in-country field service and logistics support representatives, comprehensive program management, interim contractor support for the initial year, training for both pilots and maintenance professionals, spare engines, essential components, and aircraft support apparatus.
The Beechcraft T-6C Texan II is expertly crafted by Textron Aviation Defense LLC, a fully owned branch of Textron Aviation Inc., which is part of Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT).
The most sophisticated global air forces and pilots rely on us to supply a superior aircraft that empowers them to enhance security worldwide. Our elite workforce strives tirelessly to design, manufacture, deliver, and maintain the leading military flight trainer globally. It’s truly an honor that our partner nations continue to place their trust in the Beechcraft T-6 Texan II as the benchmark for training excellence.Brett Pierson, president and CEO of Textron Aviation Defense
“It’s a privilege to commemorate the integration of the Beechcraft T-6C into the pilot training program of the Tunisian Air Force,” stated Brett Pierson, president and CEO of Textron Aviation Defense. “The most sophisticated global air forces and pilots rely on us to supply a superior aircraft that empowers them to enhance security worldwide. Our elite workforce strives tirelessly to design, manufacture, deliver, and maintain the leading military flight trainer globally. It’s truly an honor that our partner nations continue to place their trust in the Beechcraft T-6 Texan II as the benchmark for training excellence.”
Tunisia holds a pivotal role not only in safeguarding its own national security but also in ensuring the stability of northern Africa and the entire continent.U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Tunisia Joey R. Hood
During a July 17 gathering commemorating the provision of the initial four T-6C aircraft, U.S. Ambassador to the Republic of Tunisia Joey R. Hood remarked, “Tunisia holds a pivotal role not only in safeguarding its own national security but also in ensuring the stability of northern Africa and the entire continent,” and reaffirmed the commitment of the United States to assist Tunisia in enhancing the capabilities of the Tunisian Air Force to tackle both security and humanitarian challenges.
