Airbus and Singapore Achieve Full Certification for A330 MRTT Automatic Air-to-Air Refuelling
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Airbus and Singapore have achieved full certification for the Automatic Air-to-Air Refuelling (A3R) capability on the A330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT), a milestone recognized by the Spanish National Institute for Aerospace Technology. This certification is a world-first, enhancing the operational effectiveness of the Republic of Singapore Air Force, which is the first to implement the A3R system. The program included extensive flight tests, demonstrating the system's advanced automation and safety features.

Feb 4, 2026, 6:05 AM