Austria

The OH-58Bs are so far the only Austrian helicopters routinely operated in an armed configuration and equipped with a 7.62mm GAU mini-gun. Though delivered in 1976, no replacemnet is yet foreseen. A few of them are wearing a striking camouflage, most of them are painted green. Both variants can be seen on this picture

(Tulln-Langenlebarn, August 2021, Frank Noort)

The days of the Alouette 3 are counted. As can be read in our news article, the government has signed a contract for 18 AW139 which should reach initial operational capability in 2023

(Hans van den Berg)

In 2003 Austria's transport capability was improved when it purchased three C-130 Hercules from the Royal Air Force. These aircraft were needed for the demanding UN peacekeeping missions in which Austria played a role.

(Oostende April 2011, Nik deblauwe)

The Air Force procured 25 AB212 of which three, the 5D-HA, 5D-HE and 5D-HM, have been written off over the years. The remaining 22 are based at Linz-Hörsching.

(June 2019, Maria Buch, Stephan van den Krommenacker)

Alouette 3 enjoying the snow while it lasts.

(Zeltweg January 2013, Remco Donselaar)

On the 3rd of May 2018, Diamond Aircraft Industries delivered the first two DA40NG aircraft for flight training to the Austrian Armed Forces, two more were delivered soon after.

(Zeltweg August 2020, Jeroen Jonkers)

Eight out of 14 Pilatus PC-6 Porter are still operational at the Austrian Air Force. They are based at Tulln-Langenlebarn

(Tulln-Langenlebarn, August 2021, Frank Noort)

After the 1999 Galtür Avalanche, it became apparent that the Austrian Air Force's helicopter complement were too few in numbers and too limited in design. Therefore, 9 US-built UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters were purchased, to be used for transportation during disasters.

(Zeltweg, Sept 2019, Hilco Schigt)

For years the media have been reported that the Austrian Air Force is unhappy with the Typhoon and would like to have them replaced as soon as possible. Still they soldier on and looking great in the snow at Zeltweg.

(Zeltweg January 2013, Remco Donselaar)

A two-seat light trainer aircraft, the Pilatus PC-7 turbo was built by Pilatus Aircraft Ltd in Switzerland. The PC-7 can perform various functions including aerobatics and tactical and night flying. The PC-7 can accommodate a crew of two members (a student and trainer) and has six underwing hardpoints.

(Ostrava, Sept 2019, Markus Schrader)