Czech L-39NG Trainer Receives Certification for Worldwide Export

The L-39NG trainer jet developed by Czech company Aero Vodochody has obtained certification for worldwide sale.

The first production L-39NG is expected to fly by the end of 2022. Serial production of the jet is now in full-swing, the company said in a statement.

The certification for the L-39NG was issued by the Military Aviation Authority (MAA-CZE) and is therefore fully compatible with all requirements and systems within the European Union and NATO. The certification has no time restriction and is valid for the entire production life of the L-39NG.

"L-39NG serial production is running at full speed. With the contracts we have already signed and the continued high interest in our trainer aircraft, our production capacity will be fully utilized at least until 2025. As of now, Aero is in advanced negotiations to deliver the L-39NG to several customers in Europe, Africa, and Asia. In addition, new dialogues with potential customers and partners commenced at the recently concluded Farnborough Air Show in the UK," says Filip Kulštrunk, Vice President Sales & Marketing at Aero Vodochody, adding: "Compared to competitors from Italy, South Korea or the USA, the L-39NG is a very affordable and, above all, long-term reliable multi-role solution for modern air forces. Completely new design elements allow the L-39NG to be continuously upgraded in accordance with customer requirements, especially at the level of communication and avionics systems. This is today critical for a successful long-term cooperation with national air forces."