Military Aircraft Leasing

The MRTT (Multi Role Tanker Transport) from Airbus Defence & Space delivers a step change in military air transport and air-to-air refuelling (AAR). Underpinning the operation of RAF Voyager, AirTanker has unparalleled expertise in the provision of MRTT leasing and the deployment of aircraft in support of military operations.

RAF Voyager

AirTanker is the private sector partnership of leading aerospace companies that includes Airbus Group, Cobham, Rolls Royce, Thales and Babcock, appointed in 2008 to deliver RAF Voyager, the Future Strategic Tanker Aircraft (FSTA) contract, a 27 year service that is delivering a step-change in the RAF’s operational capability.

Supplying 14 Airbus MRTT/A330-200 aircraft under the contract, AirTanker provides a commercial guarantee of aircraft availability, assuming all responsibility for maintenance. Aircraft remain owned by AirTanker and are made available by it to the RAF on a commercial basis.

Including the infrastructure, service and support, which underpins RAF Voyager’s, safe, efficient and reliable operation by the RAF, we are able to offer the UK military and its partners access to one of the most technically advanced and flexible global military air transport solutions.

Airbus MRTT

The Airbus MRTT sets the benchmark in strategic multi-role tanker technology. Providing a state-of-the-art air-to-air refuelling capability (AAR), with a payload of 43 tonnes of freight and 291 seat passenger capacity and/or aeromedical evacuation capability, it delivers new flexibility in air mobility.

The only aircraft of its type currently certified to simultaneously perform AAR, passenger/and or freight transport, and/or medical evacuation (MEDEVAC), the MRTT delivers new strategic and operational reach.

This capability has been proven in the role the airframe has performed for the RAF in the form of Voyager, supporting UK and partner nation tanking and transport operations around the globe, including continuing support for international operations over Northern Iraq.

Aircraft availability and scope

Aircraft are available from 2015. We have established relationships with the Movements Coordination Centre Europe (MCCE), NATO and the European Defence Agency (EDA).

AirTanker is also able to provide unprotected air transport on the Civil Aircraft Register under its own Air Operators’ Certificate, operated by AirTanker pilots and cabin crews.

To find out more please call +44 (0) 01993 873 000 or email acmi@airtankerservices.co.uk

Wingpods
- All aircraft can be fitted with Cobham 905 wing-pods, which are used to refuel fast jets including Typhoon and the Tornado GR4.
- Two aircraft can be refueled at the same time.
- Fuel is dispensed through hoses which can extend to 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,200kg/minute.
Engines
- Fitted with the standard Rolls Royce Trent 772B engines which can generate up to 72,000lbs of thrust.
- Maximum speed Mach 0.86 (approx.655mph).
- Maximum range at full cargo and passenger capacity: 4,500 nautical miles (5,200miles).
- Maximum range full fuel load: 8,000 nautical miles (9,200 miles).
Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU)
- Seven aircraft in the fleet can be fitted with the Cobham Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU), which gives Voyager a centerline refueling capability primarily for use in the refueling of large aircraft.
- The centerline hose is 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling, which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow on the centreline is 1,800kg/minute – this is the same as up to 5,100 litres of fuel per minute.
Flight Deck
- Fly-by-wire technology protects the flight envelope and reduces crew workload.
- Panoramic rear visibility delivered by 10 different cameras giving Pilots and AAR Mission Systems Operators the ability to monitor receiver aircraft. Includes wing-tip to wing-tip day and night view with pan and zoom capability.
- Flight deck modified and enhanced to include the Mission Systems Console, used by the AAR Mission Systems Operator to direct receiver aircraft when in close AAR formation.
- Mission system features civil and military radios covering HF, VHF and UHF frequency bands and satellite communications. Can provide secure and anti-jam communications if required.
Aeromedical
- Passenger cabin can be configured to provide a 40 stretcher aeromedical evacuation capability.
- Includes two rapidly configurable stretchers.
- And three critical care patient facilities.

Wingpods
- All aircraft can be fitted with Cobham 905 wing-pods, which are used to refuel fast jets including Typhoon and the Tornado GR4.
- Two aircraft can be refueled at the same time.
- Fuel is dispensed through hoses which can extend to 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,200kg/minute.
Engines
- Fitted with the standard Rolls Royce Trent 772B engines which can generate up to 72,000lbs of thrust.
- Maximum speed Mach 0.86 (approx.655mph).
- Maximum range at full cargo and passenger capacity: 4,500 nautical miles (5,200miles).
- Maximum range full fuel load: 8,000 nautical miles (9,200 miles).
Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU)
- Seven aircraft in the fleet can be fitted with the Cobham Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU) which gives Voyager a centerline refueling capability primarily for use in the refueling of large aircraft.
- The centerline hose is 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,800kg/minute.
Flight Deck
- Fly-by-wire technology protects the flight envelope and reduces crew workload.
- Panoramic rear visibility delivered by 10 different cameras giving Pilots and AAR Mission Systems Operators the ability to monitor receiver aircraft. Includes wing-tip to wing-tip day and night view with pan and zoom capability.
- Flight deck modified and enhanced to include the Mission Systems Console, used by the AAR Mission Systems Operator to direct receiver aircraft when in close AAR formation.
- Mission system features civil and military radios covering HF, VHF and UHF frequency bands and satellite communications. Can provide secure and anti-jam communications if required.
Freight
- Capable of carrying 43 tonnes of freight.
- All freight is accommodated below deck.
- Automated cargo handling system capable of loading military and civilian cargo containers.

Wingpods
- All aircraft can be fitted with Cobham 905 wing-pods, which are used to refuel fast jets including Typhoon and the Tornado GR4.
- Two aircraft can be refueled at the same time.
- Fuel is dispensed through hoses which can extend to 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,200kg/minute.
Engines
- Fitted with the standard Rolls Royce Trent 772B engines which can generate up to 72,000lbs of thrust.
- Maximum speed Mach 0.86 (approx.655mph).
- Maximum range at full cargo and passenger capacity: 4,500 nautical miles (5,200miles).
- Maximum range full fuel load: 8,000 nautical miles (9,200 miles).
Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU)
- Seven aircraft in the fleet can be fitted with the Cobham Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU) which gives Voyager a centerline refueling capability primarily for use in the refueling of large aircraft.
- The centerline hose is 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,800kg/minute.
Flight deck
- Fly-by-wire technology protects the flight envelope and reduces crew workload.
- Panoramic rear visibility delivered by 10 different cameras giving Pilots and AAR Mission Systems Operators the ability to monitor receiver aircraft. Includes wing-tip to wing-tip day and night view with pan and zoom capability.
- Flight deck modified and enhanced to include the Mission Systems Console, used by the AAR Mission Systems Operator to direct receiver aircraft when in close AAR formation.
- Mission system features civil and military radios covering HF, VHF and UHF frequency bands and satellite communications. Can provide secure and anti-jam communications if required.
Passenger Cabin
- 291 single economy class in an eight abreast 2-4-2 configuration.
- Standard Airbus civilian seating, featuring a 34inch pitch (leg room).
- Aircraft are fitted with an In Flight Entertainment system.
- 'Long haul' catering facility.

Wingpods
- All aircraft can be fitted with Cobham 905 wing-pods, which are used to refuel fast jets including Typhoon and the Tornado GR4.
- Two aircraft can be refueled at the same time.
- Fuel is dispensed through hoses which can extend to 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,200kg/minute.
Engines
- Fitted with the standard Rolls Royce Trent 772B engines which can generate up to 72,000lbs of thrust.
- Maximum speed Mach 0.86 (approx.655mph).
- Maximum range at full cargo and passenger capacity: 4,500 nautical miles (5,200miles).
- Maximum range full fuel load: 8,000 nautical miles (9,200 miles).
Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU)
- Seven aircraft in the fleet can be fitted with the Cobham Fuselage Refueling Unit (FRU) which gives Voyager a centerline refueling capability primarily for use in the refueling of large aircraft.
- The centerline hose is 28m (90ft) when fully trailed.
- The system uses the NATO standard MA4 coupling which ensures fuel is delivered to receiver aircraft at 50 psi.
- The maximum flow from each pod is 1,800kg/minute.
Flight Deck
- Fly-by-wire technology protects the flight envelope and reduces crew workload.
- Panoramic rear visibility delivered by 10 different cameras giving Pilots and AAR Mission Systems Operators the ability to monitor receiver aircraft. Includes wing-tip to wing-tip day and night view with pan and zoom capability.
- Flight deck modified and enhanced to include the Mission Systems Console, used by the AAR Mission Systems Operator to direct receiver aircraft when in close AAR formation.
- Mission system features civil and military radios covering HF, VHF and UHF frequency bands and satellite communications. Can provide secure and anti-jam communications if required.
Aeromedical
- Passenger cabin can be configured to provide a 40 stretcher aeromedical evacuation capability.
- Includes two rapidly configurable stretchers.
- And three critical care patient facilities.

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