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Belgium (2). Airbus DS on country’s decision on the fighter jet aircraft replacement

"A lost opportunity for European Defence", according to the industry

Airbus Defence and Space (DS) on Belgium’s decision on the fighter jet aircraft replacement declared in its statement that"With sincere regret Airbus DS has taken note of the decision by the government of Belgium to select the F-35 to replace its existing fleet of F-16 fighter aircraft. The company accepts this decision by Belgium and is aware of the strong links between Belgium and the United States o...

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