Real World Changes to MAIW packages

[geoffj]

With thanks to Scramble

Royal Thai Air Force retires Pilatus PC-9

On Friday 2 February 2024, the RTAF said goodbye to the Pilatus PC-9 during a decommissioning ceremony at the RTAF Flying Training School at Kamphaeng Saen air base. Two PC-9s are kept: F19-08/34 is a gate guard at Kamphaeng Saen and F19-06/34 is preserved at the RTAF Museum at Don Muang.

The PC-9s are succeeded by twelve Textron Aviation T-6C Texan II, locally known as the T-6TH Texan II. The first Texans were delivered in November 2022, with the last one completing the order in August 2023.

[geoffj]

Apologies, wrong folder!

[Joseph29]

It's not a official MAIW package, But You can delete the JYAI Saab Sk60 (Saab 105) soon. In June of this year (2024) Sweden will retire the Saab Sk60.

https://scramble.nl/military-news/swede ... -saab-sk60

[Joseph29]

You can remove the MAIW Canadian Hawks package. On March 8th 419 squadron will stand down marking the end of CT-155 operations in Canada.

https://scramble.nl/military-news/swans ... dian-hawks

[Joseph29]

I am not sure if the AMX was a official MAIW package or not, but I do know the AI model was made. So if you have them installed you can delete them. Italy retired the planes on April 5th.

https://scramble.nl/military-news/itali ... to-the-amx

[Firebird]

For those that like to know such thing the 18th AGRS are now the 18th FIS.
Whether they will continue to provide aggressor services was not immediately announced.

[bismarck]

On Apr. 5, 2024, the Aeronautica Militare (Italian Air Force) officially bid farewell to its AMX “Ghibli” fleet with a ceremony organized at Istrana AB in northeastern Italy, home of the 51° Stormo (Wing), whose child unit, the 132° Gruppo (Squadron) is the last one to operate the light bomber and reconnaissance aircraft.
https://theaviationist.com/2024/04/05/t ... mx-ghibli/

Giorgio

[TheFoufure]

Package Saab 105 - Sweden & Austria (For FS9 and FSX/P3D)

https://militaryaiworks.com/download-ha ... -jyai.html

https://militaryaiworks.com/download-ha ... -jyai.html


You can remove the Swedish exemples.

Farewell to Flygvapnet Skolflygplan 60

On 18 June 2024, the Flygvapnet (SwedAF, Swedish Air Force) officially said goodbye to the Skolflygplan 60 (Sk60, Saab 105). Around 25 Sk60s were still active with the Flyg Skolan (FlygS), part of the Luftstridsskolan (LSS, Air Combat School) at Linköping/Malmen.

During a ceremony at the Air Force's Museum in Linköping/Malmen, the decommissioning ceremony started at 15:00 hrs LT with speeches by the Chief of the Air Force Jonas Wikman, the head of the Luftstridsskolan Niclas Magnusson and the head of the Air Force Museum, Noomi Eriksson.

At 15:45 hrs LT, the last air show with the Sk60 has been carried out by display pilot Nils "Princess" Schylström.

In February 2024, Scramble Magazine first wrote on the planned sunset of this remarkable jet training aircraft.


Credit photo: Hans van Herk

Source : Scramble.nl

[Joseph29]

Was the Osan based A-10's a MAIW package?

According to scramble the 25th Fighter Squadron will withdrawal it's A-10'S.

https://scramble.nl/military-news/usaf- ... underbolts

[Victory103]

Yes, original Osan AB 2.0 released with RWAI A-10s, then "mins" did come nice weathered 25th FS repaints for the JYAI model. As I keep an updated sim, I'm reluctantly removing A-10s as they slowly retire.

[Victory103]

USAF T-1 Part 2

Remove all "XL" coded HTAI T-1s from Laughlin AFB, TX as the 86th FTS has concluded T-1 operations Dec 2024. Most airframes went to AMARG (Boneyard), a few went to other units still flying T-1s per Scramble.nl.

[Joseph29]

At the end of June Taiwan will retire the F-5.

https://www.scramble.nl/military-news/r ... al-curtain

[Victory103]

MCAS Cherry Point Harriers

Remove VMA-231 as the unit sundowns operations with the AV-8B. Squadron will return as VMFA-231 in F-35Bs in the future.

[TheFoufure]

Republic of China Air Force 7th TFW

You can remove all RoCAF's F-5. All were retired from service. ( https://militaryaiworks.com/download-ha ... h-tfw.html )

RoCAF F-5 Tiger IIs decommissioned

On 4 July 2025, the Republic of China Air Force (RoCAF, Taiwan Air Force) officially decommissioned its F-5 Tiger II aircraft. The ceremony marked the end of 60 years of F-5 operations in Taiwan.

To commemorate the occasion, five Northrop RF-5E/F-5F Tiger II reconnaissance and fighter aircraft took to the skies for one final flight over Hualien Air Base and along Taiwan’s east coast. Upon their return, the aircraft taxied beneath a ceremonial water salute before being parked and escorted into the hangars.

The F‑5 series entered service with the RoCAF in 1965, initially serving as frontline air defence fighters. Local assembly under the “Tiger Peace Project” began in 1973, with Taiwan eventually assembling up to 308 aircraft, making it the world’s largest F‑5 operator at its peak.

The retirement of the F-5 was officially announced by the Minister of National Defence on 11 June 2025. The aircraft are currently being replaced by the AT-5 Brave Eagle Advanced Jet Trainer (AJT), marking a significant step in Taiwan’s air force modernisation.

The five aircraft involved were:

F-5F: 5398 and 5413
RF-5E: 5504, 5505 and 5507


Credit photo: Tsungfang Tsai

Source : Scramble.nl

[TheFoufure]

AI Boeing KC-135R Stratotanker - French AF (MGAI/MAIW)

You can remove all C-135FR/KC-135RG. French Air & Space Force remove all of them. ( https://militaryaiworks.com/download-ha ... eling.html )

French Air and Space Force bids farewell to the KC-135RG

On 30 June 2025, during a ceremony at Base Aérienne 125 (BA125) Istres/Le Tubé, the Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace (AAE, French Air and Space Force) officially retired its last KC-135RG Stratotanker.

The KC-135RG was second-hand acquired from the USAF in the late 1990s, while earlier C-135F models had been delivered to France between 1964 and 1965. These aircraft were upgraded to C-135FR standard between 1985 and 1988, receiving CFM International F108 turbofans and later fitted with MPRS (Multi-Point Refueling System) wing pods. The first C-135FR was withdrawn from service in October 2020, with the final aircraft retired in December 2023.

The official retirement of the KC-135RG roughly coincided with the delivery of the 13th A330MRTT "Phénix" Multi-Role Tanker Transport to the 31e Escadre Aérienne de Ravitaillement et de Transport Stratégiques (EARTS, Strategic Airlift and Air Refueling Wing). This aircraft is one of three A330s purchased under the 2020 government plan to support the aviation industry and converted into tankers. Two of these were acquired second-hand from the airline Avianca.

However, the KC-135RG has not yet flown its final mission. One aircraft will participate in the 14 July Bastille Day parade over the Champs-Élysées. Additionally, the three KC-135RGs and eleven former C-135FRs will continue flying under the Metrea banner, a US company operating former AAE aircraft.

The A330MRTTs of the 31st EARTS will be progressively upgraded to Standard 2, which includes enhanced self-protection systems and the MELISSA high-throughput satellite station. This upgrade will transform them into airborne command and control nodes capable of supporting complex air operations.


Credit photo: T. Laurent (via AirHistory.net)

Source : Scramble.nl

[TheFoufure]

AI NHIndustries NH90 - Belgium AF (LHAI)

https://militaryaiworks.com/download-ha ... -lhai.html

Belgium, to retire NH90 TTH fleet alleging high maintenance cost

Belgium announced on July 10, 2025, its decision to retire from service its remaining four NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters (TTH) from September 1, 2025.

In a rather scathing post on his X account, Belgian defense minister Theo Francken, attributed the decision to the high costs associated to the operation of this helicopter type. “Bad purchase. Extremely expensive to maintain. Replacements are coming in 2026.” he said.

While this decision concerns the four NH90 TTHs operated in land missions, the naval component of the Belgian Armed Forces will retain another four NH90, which are fitted for search and rescue and anti-submarine missions.

The NH90 is a medium-weight helicopter developed by NHIndustries (NHI), a pan-European consortium formed in the early 1990s by Eurocopter (a Franco-German venture which is now part of Airbus Helicopters), Italian helicopter maker Agusta (the precursor to Leonardo) and Dutch aerospace firm Stork Fokker Aerospace (now Fokker Aerostructures).

Once hailed as one of the flagship projects of the European aerospace defense industry, the NH-90 has been plagued by a series of problems which have led several operators to retire their fleets earlier than originally planned.

In particular, the NH-90 has been criticized for its high operational costs, which may range, depending on the sources consulted, between €12,000 and €20,000 per flight hour, as well as for being an aircraft which is difficult to maintain.

Prior to the Belgian decision, two prominent NH90 operators, Norway and Australia, had already announced their decision to withdraw their fleets from service, blaming operational unreliability and costs.

These complaints, however, have not deterred other countries from ordering more units of the type. France, for example, placed two consecutive orders, for 10 and 8 NH90 helicopters, respectively, in 2020 and 2023. These additional helicopters are intended for use by the French Army’s special forces and will be delivered between 2027 and 2029.



France moots joint-fleet concept to solve Belgian NH90 capability gap

Despite their planned retirement in September, Belgium’s four NH Industries NH90 helicopters could linger on in service through a bilateral agreement to incorporate the battlefield transports into the French army’s fleet.



French Army Could Operate Belgian NH90 Helicopter to Ensure NATO Tactical Lift Continuity.

According to information published by FlightGlobal, on July 28, 2025, Belgium and France are progressing toward a bilateral agreement regarding the future of Belgium’s four NH90 TTH tactical transport helicopters. Initially scheduled for retirement in September 2025 due to low availability and high operating costs, these aircraft may instead be transferred for operational use by France’s Aviation Légère de l’Armée de Terre (ALAT). The proposed arrangement would see the helicopters maintained and flown by the French Army for a period of 18 to 24 months, while continuing to support Belgian military requirements during a critical capability transition.

This development follows Belgium’s announcement in June 2024 of an order for 15 Airbus H145M helicopters to replace both the aging Agusta A109 Hirundo and the NH90 TTH. While the H145M offers excellent versatility, rapid deployment capacity, and a reduced maintenance footprint, it lacks the payload and endurance capabilities of the NH90 TTH, a medium-lift aircraft specifically developed for high-intensity tactical transport missions. In response, Belgian authorities have confirmed parallel discussions for the acquisition of eight heavy-lift helicopters, though no model selection has yet been made public. In the interim, maintaining access to NH90-type capabilities remains essential.

Axel Aloccio, President of NHIndustries and head of the NH90 program at Airbus Helicopters, stated during the 2025 Paris Air Show that government-level negotiations are ongoing between Belgium and France. Under the leading scenario, the NH90 TTHs would be transferred to the 3rd Combat Helicopter Regiment (3e RHC) in Étain, integrated into the ALAT's operational structure but used in support of Belgian tactical mobility needs. Aloccio expects an agreement to be signed before the end of 2025, allowing Belgium to benefit from continued operational availability without bearing the full cost of direct operation.

This cooperation plan is underpinned by a recent MCO (maintenance in operational condition) contract signed between NHIndustries and NAHEMA (NATO Helicopter Management Agency), providing long-term technical support for up to 239 NH90s across France, Germany, and Belgium. Although Belgium intends to retain its naval variant NH90 NFH for SAR and anti-submarine warfare operations, its decision to retire the TTH variant was initially seen as contradictory given the new support framework. The emerging French partnership now gives strategic coherence to the ongoing support plan.

The NH90 is a modern European multirole helicopter developed by NHIndustries, a consortium involving Airbus Helicopters, Leonardo, and Fokker. Designed to meet NATO standards for battlefield and maritime operations, it features an advanced composite airframe, sliding side doors, and a hydraulically operated rear ramp. In its TTH (Tactical Troop Helicopter) version, it is optimized for combat transport missions, capable of carrying up to 20 fully equipped soldiers or 2,500 kg of cargo internally. It is powered by either Rolls-Royce/Turbomeca RTM322 or General Electric T700 engines, giving it a cruising speed of 300 km/h and a maximum range of nearly 1,000 km.

The NH90 TTH is also designed for high-threat environments, with provisions for side-mounted 7.62 mm or 12.7 mm machine guns, and optionally 20 mm podded cannons. It includes an advanced self-protection suite featuring MBDA electronic countermeasures, a third-generation Thales HMSD night vision helmet, and FLIR sensors for low-visibility operations. Its avionics suite is fully digital, with real-time mapping, tactical data links, and helmet-mounted displays to enhance situational awareness. These features make the NH90 one of the most advanced tactical helicopters currently in European service.

Despite its sophistication, the NH90 TTH has suffered from low availability and complex maintenance requirements. Belgium has cited poor readiness rates, below 40 percent in recent years, and high costs per flight hour as key reasons for its retirement. France and Germany have reported similar issues, though recent efforts to streamline logistics and improve in-theater maintenance have begun to yield results. A January 2025 report from France’s DGA (Direction générale de l’armement) acknowledged progress but emphasized the need for further investment in the helicopter’s support ecosystem.

Belgian Defence Minister Theo Francken has reiterated that the withdrawal of the NH90 TTH is in line with the STAR restructuring plan. Training for H145M pilots and technicians will begin in September 2025, coinciding with the NH90’s withdrawal from Belgian flight operations. Yet, the proposed cooperation with France represents a pragmatic and flexible approach to maintaining critical capabilities during this transition phase. Should the agreement be concluded, it would represent a new model of European defense cooperation, balancing operational demands, budgetary constraints, and the need for strategic continuity across allied forces.

[Reggie]

USAF T-1 Part 2

You can remove all T-1A Jayhawks from NAS Pensacola. The 479th FTG concluded T-1 operations on July 25th and are beginning simulation-based training. All of the airframes went to AMARC.

[Joseph29]

Not an official package but you can delete John Young's Bell UH-1N Huey's that are based at Yokota. They will be phased out before the end of 2025.

https://www.scramble.nl/military-news/y ... imminently