The Aermacchi M-346 Master is a family of military twin-engine transonic advanced jet trainers and light combat aircraft. Originally co-developed with Yakovlev as the Yak/AEM-130, the partnership was dissolved in 2000 and then Alenia Aermacchi proceeded to separately develop the M-346 Master, while Yakovlev continued work on the Yakovlev Yak-130.

The M-346 – a twin-engine, tandem-seat aircraft with fully digital flight controls and avionics – is equipped with a fly-by-wire flight control system with quadruple redundancy, a modern human-machine interface with Head-Up Displays (HUD) and Multi-Function Displays (MFD), Hands On Throttle And Stick (HOTAS) controls and in-flight safety ...

Apr 5, 2025 · Leonardo says the new cockpit will be integrated into an M-346 Block 20 prototype by mid-2027, with the first aircraft delivery by the end of 2028.

The M-346FA (Fighter Attack) is a ‘light combat’ version of the M-346 advanced trainer with multi-role capabilities including close air support missions, even in urban areas, battlespace air interdiction for national defence and tactical reconnaissance.

Jul 22, 2024 · The M-346 is a twin-engine, two-seat transonic jet aircraft, with fully digital flight controls and avionics, equipped with a fly-by-wire flight control system with quadruple redundancy and a modern human-machine interface with display for the “head up” (HUD – Head-up Display) and multifunction (MFD – Multi Functional Display) data ...

6 days ago · In partnership with Leonardo, Textron continues to offer the M-346N to meet the U.S. Navy’s requirement for a new jet trainer, to replace the aging T-45 Goshawk. TWZ caught up with Textron Aviation Defense’s Steven “JoJo” Helmer, flight test and demonstration pilot, at the Sea-Air-Space Conference this week in National Harbor, Maryland, to get a …

Sep 28, 2024 · Incorporating cutting-edge flight simulation technology and offering unmatched performance, the M-346 prepares pilots for the high demands of modern fighter jets. When it comes to aerobatics, precision and agility are essential, and …

Jul 8, 2018 · The FA (Fighter Attack) is a new version of the advanced Aermacchi M-346 twin-engine trainer, designed and manufactured by Leonardo's Aircraft Division. It is an evolution of the dual role FT (Fighter Trainer) version, designed to meet Air Forces' growing and diversified operational requirements.

Sep 19, 2024 · Fully digital flight controls and avionics, a fly-by-wire flight control system with quadruple redundancy, and a highly advanced Human-Machine Interface. This is the technology behind Leonardo's M-346, the most advanced training aircraft at the international level.

Apr 4, 2025 · Leonardo has outlined its ambition for the M-346 to evolve into a common training platform for Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) partners Italy, Japan and the UK, as it advances work on a major ...