Metrea to Conduct Aerial Refueling Training for German Air Force

Metrea is pleased to announce it will provide specialized aerial refueling training to the German Air Force's Tornado and Eurofighter fleets in March 2025. This three-week program, operating in German airspace, will focus on Boom Drogue Adapter (BDA) aerial refueling techniques for the Tornado, serving as a critical proof of concept for future in-country training services.

This initiative builds upon the successful 'Pacific Skies' mission, conducted eight months prior. During this landmark operation, two Metrea KC-135 tankers facilitated the non-stop flight of three German Air Force Eurofighters from Japan to Hawaii. The 10-hour, 31-minute mission saw a total of 49.5 tons of fuel transferred, demonstrating Metrea’s exceptional long-range aerial refueling capabilities.

"We are honored to continue our partnership with the German Air Force," stated Slim Morgan (Head of Metrea Strategic Mobility). "The 'Pacific Skies' mission highlighted our ability to deliver adaptable and agile aerial refueling solutions. This new training program represents the next phase of our collaboration, bringing critical training directly to German forces within their own borders."

Metrea is the sole commercial entity operating a fleet of KC-135 aircraft, providing seamless, safe, and professional air-to-air refueling services for military training and operations. Currently, Metrea holds a contract with the US Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) to support aerial refueling requirements for the US Navy, US Marine Corps, US Air Force, and NATO/Allied nations. With a combined experience exceeding 130,000 flying hours across diverse aircraft types and missions, Metrea supports multiple allied national security objectives globally. In addition to the refueling boom, Metrea’s tanker aircraft are equipped with two wing-mounted Multi-Point Refueling System (MPRS) pods, enabling refueling for probe-equipped aircraft from partner nations.

For commercial Aerial Refueling support inquiries, please contact: Info@msm.metrea.aero.

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Metrea is the leading provider of effects-as-a-service to national security partners across multiple domains and over a dozen mission-centric solution areas, including airborne ISR, aerial refueling, electronic warfare, communications, space-based ISR and advanced simulation.

Metrea is headquartered in Washington, DC with facilities across the United States, the United Kingdom, and the EU.

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