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Leonardo signed a letter of intent (LOI) with PT ESystem Solutions Indonesia and the Indonesian Ministry of Defence (MoD), paving the way for cooperation in supporting Leonardo’s M-346F Block 20 light combat aircraft/advanced trainer in Indonesian service. The aircraft was selected by the MoD to fulfill operational and training needs as part of a force-wide modernization effort. The M-346F would replace the aging BAE Systems Hawk, among other types.
Included in the LOI are a range of support, maintenance, overhaul, and training capabilities, as well as human capital development. Following the signing, the three parties are now embarking on discussions with the intention of signing a procurement contract.
Indonesia’s intended Block 20 M-346Fs are configured as light fighters with an AESA radar, Link 16 datalink, large-area cockpit display, electronic countermeasures, and new weapons systems. The aircraft will be equipped with aerial refueling capability and can conduct both air-to-air and air-to-surface missions.
At the same time, they are outfitted for the advanced training role as part of a comprehensive system that includes ground-based training tools and the ability to insert virtual and constructive elements into a live training scenario.

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