HCS to push aviation exports

The HCS through its state aircraft manufacturer subsidery CAC is to try and greatly increase its exports of warplanes with a revamped line-up of products. The F-45 remains off the sales list though a new version of the F-40 upgraded with F-45 technology and boosted engines has been developed. This is to be known as the F-45X and is similiar to the updated F-40S in service with the HCSAF but with some further refinements.

The A-84FE is an export version of the main HCSAF attack aircraft, similiar to the current production FM model for the HCS but with a different radar. The A-85NT will be presented in a new standard called A-85NTE which is similar to the HCSAF NT but with some detail changes. The C-440 cargolifter will remain unchanged as will the CCA C-485 whom CAC act as an export agent for. The new C-426 light transport is also being offered for sale.

The C/M/AH-26WE helicopter remains unchanged though an export version of the AH-50 Dragonfly is now being offered too.

• The gradual withdrawal of the T-88++ Eliminator III continues as the tank has now dropped below 3000 in service. The remaining tanks are due to withdrawal by 2114. Once 60% of the HCS' armour consisted of this type.
• The Pulsar 12A fleet continues its final month of service, with every movement followed by enthusiasts and the media. C108 Europa has just arrived at Liberation en route back to Solaris from Starbot. C103 South America is continuing as DDS Central Fleet flagship. C109 Antarctica is heading the active strike squadron on some manouvers near the Terran system.