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The French navy took delivery of the first of three Pilatus PC-24s from Jet Aviation, the FBO/MRO company announced today. Jet Aviation France and the Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique (DMAé) inked a contract late last year covering aircraft acquisition, leasing, and ongoing support of the aircraft tailored to the French navy’s operational requirements. Included with the support are onsite dedicated teams to provide maintenance and continuous airworthiness management.
Marine Nationale, the navy's formal designation, will use the PC-24s for pilot training, including instrument flight training, and periodic proficiency checks. In addition, the aircraft will transport urgent cargo. Delivery of the remaining aircraft will follow in subsequent phases.
“This is the culmination of many months of collaboration and partnership between our team, the DMAé, and Pilatus, and it has been a privilege to work together to bring these aircraft into service,” said Jet Aviation president Jeremie Caillet.
The PC-24 fleet is set to grow in military applications with a recent deal announced for the sale of a dozen for the Indonesian Ministry of Defense. Spain is also reported to have ordered the model, which is already in military service in Qatar.