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Jet Aviation delivers first French Navy PC-24

Jet Aviation has delivered the first of three PC-24 aircraft acquired for the French Navy. The company will also provide ongoing sustainment support for the fleet.

The delivery forms part of a contract between Jet Aviation France and the Direction de la Maintenance Aéronautique (DMAé), covering aircraft acquisition, leasing and sustainment within a single support solution tailored to the French Navy’s operational requirements. As part of the agreement, Jet Aviation will provide an on-site team dedicated to fleet support, including maintenance and Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO) services.

The aircraft, known as the PC-24 Super Versatile Jet, will primarily be used for pilot training, including instrument flight training and periodic proficiency checks, as well as the transport of urgent cargo.

Delivery of the remaining aircraft will take place in subsequent phases.

Jet Aviation is a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics.

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