Aug 10, 2020 · Mike Swales, Head of International Markets, BAE Systems, said: "This a major milestone for the Hawk programme which proves there is many years more life left in the 650 aircraft we have training pilots across the globe every day.

Nov 3, 2022 · Mike Swales, BAE Systems International Markets Director said, “I hope this agreement provides IG with the data necessary to develop their avionics suite for the Mk 109 and extends the aircraft life into the next decade.

Feb 21, 2022 · BAE Systems’ Australian engineering teams, supported by teams in the UK, will deliver a programme of software and hardware upgrades to the Australian 33-strong Mk 127 Hawk fleet to ensure it continues to deliver highly-trained …

Aug 10, 2020 · Mike Swales, Head of International Markets, BAE Systems, said: “This a major milestone for the Hawk programme which proves there is many years more life left in the 650 aircraft we have training pilots across the globe every day.

Mike Swales, International Training Director for BAE Systems said: “Integrating these upgrades onto the South African Air Force’s Hawks will significantly enhance the training capability of the aircraft, ensuring the student pilots learn in a more realistic environment, significantly reducing the cost of training on expensive platforms.

Nov 17, 2017 · BAE Systems Hawk International Programme director Mike Swales said: “This agreement builds on the strong partnership we’ve had with AMMROC since 2013 and provides a platform for our continued assistance in support of the current Hawk fleet in the UAE.

Feb 21, 2022 · This commitment from the RAAF, which has more than 20 years’ experience operating Hawk, recognises the important role the aircraft will continue to play at the heart of its training pipeline,” said Mike Swales, Head of International Markets, BAE Systems.

Sep 14, 2009 · BAE Systems Support Director Hawk International Mike Swales says the upgrade will allow the SAAF “to provide even more realistic training scenarios and exercises for its trainee fighter pilots who will later graduate to the Gripen advanced fighter.”

BAE Systems has completed work to upgrade the navigation and weapons system for the South African Air Force’s fleet of Hawk jet trainers, with work to fit the new system now underway.