19/09/2023
Indonesian Air Force plans to acquire Airbus A330 MRTTs
The Indonesia Air Force is in the process of acquiring at least two Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transports to enhance its in-flight refueling capabilities.
Recently, the Indonesian Air Force has been trying to improve its operational flexibility with the new aircraft, as it prepares to integrate new combat planes, including 42 Rafales and 24 F-15EXs, into its fleet.
The exact number of A330 MRTTs to be acquired was not specified, but Indonesian media reports that the country is likely to purchase two of these aircraft.
The A330 MRTT is capable of transferring up to 50 tons of fuel over a range of 2,000 km with a 4.5-hour on-station time. It can also carry 40 tons of cargo over a distance of 7,000 km and has the capacity to accommodate 272 passengers.
