In response to a written question from Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative – Huntingdon) regarding the procurement of the Aermacchi M-345 fast jet trainer, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) has confirmed that no formal market engagement has taken place concerning the aircraft.
Maria Eagle, Minister of State for Defence, stated that the Royal Air Force (RAF) continuously assesses potential options to maintain its competitive advantage in flying training systems but noted that the M-345 is merely one of several available market options.
“The Royal Air Force continuously researches and assesses options for the sustainment, enhancement and development of hardware and systems to maintain competitive advantage within the flying training system,” she said. “The Aermacchi M-345 fast jet trainer is one of several market options available and no formal market engagement has been conducted.”
Aermacchi M-345
The Aermacchi M-345, manufactured by Leonardo, is a twin-seat advanced jet trainer designed for basic and advanced pilot training. It is marketed as a cost-effective replacement for older jet trainers, such as the Hawk T1 and T-38 Talon, offering lower operating costs while maintaining high-performance capabilities.
Key Features:
- Engine: Williams FJ44-4M turbofan
- Maximum Speed: 795 km/h (494 mph)
- Service Ceiling: 40,000 ft
- Range: 1,410 km (876 miles)
- G-Limit: +7/-3.5g
- Avionics: Glass cockpit with Hands-On Throttle And Stick (HOTAS) controls
The M-345 is positioned as an alternative to the BAE Systems Hawk family, particularly for air forces looking for a modern but economical training solution.
RAF Training Fleet and Future Procurement Considerations
Currently, RAF fast-jet training is conducted using the BAE Systems Hawk T2, which is operated by No. 4 Flying Training School at RAF Valley. The Hawk T1 was recently retired from service, with the RAF exploring potential replacements or supplementary aircraft to enhance pilot training capabilities.
The RAF’s training system is undergoing review, with discussions on modernisation and future fleet requirements continuing. The M-345 could remain an option, but as of now, the MOD has not taken any concrete steps towards acquisition.
Did BAE ever resolve the Hawk T2 Adour engine issue? If MoD is looking abroad I guess Hawk is dead
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No. And USN T-45 Goshawk fleet just got grounded due to an accident with RR engine.
Nothing more on the Aeralis either? Wasn’t there a possibility of Anglo-French/Spanish interest in that?
What about the Boeing-SAAB RedHawk?
Not been a totally smooth project from memory.
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One number out. I thought the RAF had the M346 on its wish list, not the M345.
Wherever we go it mustn’t be American.
Not the brightest of comments…lacking in dimension concerning Anglo-American operational inter-operability right across the whole military gambit.
Hawk T1 retired from service.
No, cut
To be fair the last T1s were problematic and once it was found there was no off the shelf reasonable priced collision warning system that could be fitted they were doomed as they needed one and there was no way anyone would fund development of a bespoke collision warning system for an aircraft near the end of their lives… the big issue is that instead of replacing them they don’t seem to have bothered.. the plan was always to replace them in the early 2030s with a new aircraft…when they got rid of them in the early 2020s they should have ordered replacements.. infact they could have easily ordered more T2s and kept the line running…but all in all they really need about 70-80 basic jet trainers.