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The system underwent its first major series of upgrades in 1999 with Block I modifications procured to include provisions for the integration of systems with existing Arcer Airborne Early Warning and Control (AWACS) systems, as well as enhanced tracking and Identification of Friend and Foe (IFF) modules. After the 2007 Telekonese Conflict, the Arcer Ministry of Defense requested additional Block II upgrades that included better integrated heads-up display support for flight helmets, upgraded radar and communications systems, and additional provisions for the mounting of modern weapons systems such as cruise missiles and standoff munitions. In the late 2010s, in an effort to maintain the aircraft’s serviceability into the late 2030s, Block III upgrades further enhanced the Kestrel, with new electronic sensor suites, additional fuel efficiency measures, new computer systems, and engine life cycle upgrades to enhance performance. | The system underwent its first major series of upgrades in 1999 with Block I modifications procured to include provisions for the integration of systems with existing Arcer Airborne Early Warning and Control (AWACS) systems, as well as enhanced tracking and Identification of Friend and Foe (IFF) modules. After the 2007 Telekonese Conflict, the Arcer Ministry of Defense requested additional Block II upgrades that included better integrated heads-up display support for flight helmets, upgraded radar and communications systems, and additional provisions for the mounting of modern weapons systems such as cruise missiles and standoff munitions. In the late 2010s, in an effort to maintain the aircraft’s serviceability into the late 2030s, Block III upgrades further enhanced the Kestrel, with new electronic sensor suites, additional fuel efficiency measures, new computer systems, and engine life cycle upgrades to enhance performance. | ||
== Operational History == | == Operational History == | ||
=== [[Armed Forces of Arcerion]] === | === [[Armed Forces of Arcerion]] === | ||
The Arcer Air Force accepted the first four Kestrels in 1998, assigning them to [[Structure of the Arcer Air Force|No. 45 Squadron (Test and Evaluation)]] to conduct flight trials and testing as part of the integration of new aircraft into the branch. This began the replacement process for the AAI Goshawk, which began to be phased out in 2000 with the arrival of several dozen airframes per year as serial production increased. The first operational squadron, No. 11 Squadron based out of Kilpatrick Airfield, [[Chester-on-Moore]], in the Southern Arcer Governorate of [[Moorden Governorate|Moorden]], received its sixteen Kestrels in August of 1998, with the first non-test operational flight occurring on August 31, 1998. | The Arcer Air Force accepted the first four Kestrels in 1998, assigning them to [[Structure of the Arcer Air Force|No. 45 Squadron (Test and Evaluation)]] to conduct flight trials and testing as part of the integration of new aircraft into the branch. This began the replacement process for the AAI Goshawk, which began to be phased out in 2000 with the arrival of several dozen airframes per year as serial production increased. The first operational squadron, No. 11 Squadron based out of Kilpatrick Airfield, [[Chester-on-Moore]], in the Southern Arcer Governorate of [[Moorden Governorate|Moorden]], received its sixteen Kestrels in August of 1998, with the first non-test operational flight occurring on August 31, 1998. | ||
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In 2007, Aeroco Kestrels from both the Royal Arcerion Naval Service and the the Arcer Air Force participated in the 2007 Telekonese Conflict. They conducted strikes against [[Kelekona|Kelekonan]] air-defence systems, border radar sites, as well as garrisons of Kelekonan troops and command posts. Two Kestrels from No. 61 Squadron (Strike) AAF were damaged by Kelekonan surface-to-air missiles near Bambara, however they managed to both conduct landings nearby at Dunbar Airfield in [[Dunborough]], Arcerion. Both were repaired and returned to service by 2008. The combat performance of the aircraft was lauded by pilots, senior political staff, and the Arcer press as the modern systems and weapons delivery methods assisted with the devestating first strike on Kelekonan targets, preventing another incursion into the [[Innis River Basin]]. | In 2007, Aeroco Kestrels from both the Royal Arcerion Naval Service and the the Arcer Air Force participated in the 2007 Telekonese Conflict. They conducted strikes against [[Kelekona|Kelekonan]] air-defence systems, border radar sites, as well as garrisons of Kelekonan troops and command posts. Two Kestrels from No. 61 Squadron (Strike) AAF were damaged by Kelekonan surface-to-air missiles near Bambara, however they managed to both conduct landings nearby at Dunbar Airfield in [[Dunborough]], Arcerion. Both were repaired and returned to service by 2008. The combat performance of the aircraft was lauded by pilots, senior political staff, and the Arcer press as the modern systems and weapons delivery methods assisted with the devestating first strike on Kelekonan targets, preventing another incursion into the [[Innis River Basin]]. | ||
Kestrels participated heavily in the Final War of the Deluge, assisting [[League of Nations]] forces during multiple points in the campaign, and coordinating heavily with teams from the [[Arcerion Special Operations Command]] operating inside Varshan. | Kestrels participated heavily in the Final War of the Deluge, assisting [[League of Nations]] forces during multiple points in the campaign, and coordinating heavily with teams from the [[Arcerion Special Operations Command]] operating inside Varshan. Multiple squadrons of fighter-bomber configured Block III Kestrels also assisted Arcer I Corps during [[Operation Pullman]] and the advance on the Varshani capital of [[Anzo]]. | ||
Kestrels regularly participate in international exercises and training missions, and are currently committed to [[Cronan Security and Trade Union#Anti-piracy in the Malentine Sea|Operation Wavetop]], combatting piracy in the [[Malentine Sea]]. The Arcer press also confirmed that Kestrels have participated in strikes on [[Malentina|Malentinan]] targets consisting of pirate vessels, terrorist camps, and logistical support facilities for the two groups. | Kestrels regularly participate in international exercises and training missions, and are currently committed to [[Cronan Security and Trade Union#Anti-piracy in the Malentine Sea|Operation Wavetop]], combatting piracy in the [[Malentine Sea]]. The Arcer press also confirmed that Kestrels have participated in strikes on [[Malentina|Malentinan]] targets consisting of pirate vessels, terrorist camps, and logistical support facilities for the two groups. | ||
=== [[Burgoignesc Security Forces]] === | === [[Burgoignesc Security Forces]] === | ||
== Sales and Marketing == | == Sales and Marketing == | ||
== Variants == | == Variants == | ||