description Aermacchi M-345 Overview
The Aermacchi M-345, now produced by Leonardo, is an Italian twin-seat jet trainer aircraft developed from the earlier SIAI-Marchetti S.211 platform. It was designed to fulfill the role of a basic and lead-in fighter trainer for modern air forces, featuring updated avionics and a turbofan engine. The Italian Air Force selected the M-345 to replace its older fleet of MB-339 trainers, integrating it into their pilot training curriculum. The aircraft is intended for military customers requiring a cost-effective platform for advanced pilot instruction.
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What role was the Aermacchi M-345 designed to fill?
The M-345 is a twin-seat jet trainer for basic and lead-in fighter training. Its updated avionics are intended to prepare pilots for modern air-force aircraft.
What aircraft is the Aermacchi M-345 based on?
The M-345 was developed from the earlier SIAI-Marchetti S.211 platform. It updates that Italian design for a modern training role.
Who produces the Aermacchi M-345 today?
The aircraft is now produced by Leonardo, the company that absorbed the Aermacchi aerospace business. It retains the Aermacchi name in the aircraft's history and designation.
How is the M-345 different from Leonardo's M-346?
The M-345 is positioned for basic and lead-in fighter training, while the M-346 is a more advanced twin-engine trainer. Both are Leonardo aircraft, but they serve different points in a pilot-training pathway.
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