NAF to acquire 34 new fighter jets

Oct. 13, 2024 - Punch Newspapers

The Nigerian Air Force is set to acquire another set of fighter helicopters to boost its combat capabilities. The aircraft are 24 M-346 Fighter Ground Attack jets and 10 AW-109 Trekker helicopters.

The service had in June disclosed that it would acquire 50 new aircraft to strengthen its capabilities against armed gangs and terrorists. “He also inspected the first batch of six M-346 jets, noting that 3 are nearing completion, and evaluated key support systems required to boost the NAF’s operational readiness.

Akinboyewa also said the AW-109 would bolster combat support roles such as Combat Search and Rescue, tactical airlift and Medical Evacuation amongst others...