C295 Air-to-air refuelling

This air-to-air refuelling kit’s installation is facilitated by its loading via the C295’s rear ramp. The system provides the C295 with a centre line hose-and-drogue system that is fully electrically powered, allowing refuelling operations at a fraction of the cost of heavier aircraft platforms. The C295 in-service fleet can benefit from the capability, as the AAR kit is independent from the basic aircraft systems, and therefore only minimum modifications are required.

For tactical tanking, the maximum fuel offload capacity is five tonnes, with a fuel offload rate of up to 375 kg per minute, regulated up to 50 PSIG. The C295 refuels helicopters at a speed range of 110-130 KIAS, up to altitudes of 10,000 ft.; while its operational envelope for fixed-wing aircraft refuelling allows speeds of 180-210 KIAS and altitudes up to 18,000 ft.

As a true force multiplier for combat SAR and other missions, the C295 AAR can provide five tonnes of fuel offload during two refuelling operations (inbound-outbound), including three hours with the aircraft in a standby position at 300 nm from the main operating base.