Thailand's Air Force Boosts Capabilities with New Airbus A330 MRTT+
Thailand's Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF) has ordered an Airbus A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport Plus (MRTT+) for its defense capabilities and humanitarian aid efforts. The new aircraft, slated for delivery in 2029, will undergo military conversion in Spain starting 2026.
The MRTT+ will boast an increased maximum take-off weight of 242 tonnes, expanding its range and fuel offload capacity. It will feature both boom and hose-and-drogue refuelling systems, a medical evacuation kit, and a VVIP cabin configuration. The aircraft introduces innovations from the A330-800, including Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, new aerodynamics, and wing-tips, which cut fuel burn by up to 8 percent and reduce noise.
Airbus has signed an expanded memorandum of understanding with Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) to provide in-country maintenance for the MRTT+, extending existing cooperation on Thailand's C295 fleet.
The MRTT+ is expected to strengthen Thailand's defense posture and provide additional capacity for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief missions. With its enhanced capabilities and fuel efficiency, the aircraft is set to play a significant role in the RTAF's future operations.
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