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First Airbus A330 MRTT conversion for Canada’s CC-330 Husky tanker fleet takes shape in Getafe

Airbus Defence and Space has shared photos of the first A330 MRTT being converted for the Royal Canadian Air Force at its Getafe, Spain facility. The work includes visible outfitting for both refuelling modes, positioning the aircraft for an upcoming milestone toward inaugural flight and 2027-era deliveries.

Discovered 2026-06-08T10:20:53.525361-07:00 | 2026-06-08T10:20:53.525361-07:00

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What Hype is tracking

The Getafe conversion milestone for Canada’s A330 MRTT (CC-330 Husky) is a tangible step toward replacing the RCAF’s CC-150 tanker capability and sustaining NORAD/NATO support.
Progress updates from the aircraft in advanced conversion provide decision-makers with an evidence point on delivery readiness—especially as Canada’s A330 tanker sustainment and MRO ecosystem is already being contracted with Airbus and L3Harris (see Canada awards C$1.5B sustainment contracts to Airbus and L3Harris for A330).
For defense acquisition and industrial planning, photos and reported progress help gauge the execution pace of the A330 MRTT conversion line, a critical input into Canada’s tanker capacity ramp.

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