Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

Sometimes, you'll find them timely and in keeping with the content of the day's news... and sometimes, they'll just be thought-provoking.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

“These trials are another important step in building KC-30A capability and the results will inform the training practices of current and future RAAF personnel on both aircraft types. Air-to-air refuelling will be an important ‘force multiplier’ for the F-35A fleet, considerably boosting their range and endurance, or allowing them to carry bigger payloads.”

Source: KC-30A Transition and Receiver Clearance Manager Wing Commander Grant Kelly following the return of a Royal Australian Air Force KC-30A Multi-Role Tanker Transport after successful refuelling trials with the F-35A Lightning II, better known as the Joint Strike Fighter (JSF). 

FMI: www.airforce.gov.au