Airbus to open new A330 tanker facility in Spain, announces demo with Spanish Navy

Airbus to open new A330 tanker facility in Spain, announces demo with Spanish NavyPhoto: Breaking Defense

Announcement of the conversion facility comes after Italy awarded the manufacturer a contract for the planned procurement of the tankers, valued at €1.4 billion ($1.6 billion).

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