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Italy's Leonardo Defends M-346 Against UK Claims

4/11/2025

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Italy's Leonardo stands firm against British accusations that its M-346 jet trainer is rooted in Russian design. As the U.K. weighs options to replace the BAE Hawk T1 jets for the Red Arrows, Leonardo proudly highlights the M-346's European development, adherence to NATO standards, and its unique design, setting it apart from the Yak-130.

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Italy's Leonardo stands firm against British accusations that its M-346 jet trainer is rooted in Russian design. As the U.K. weighs options to replace the BAE Hawk T1 jets for the Red Arrows, Leonardo proudly highlights the M-346's European development, adherence to NATO standards, and its unique design, setting it apart from the Yak-130.