The F406, light turboprop aircraft by Reims Aviation Industries, is typically used for missions of:
- Maritime surveillance (smuggling & illegal immigration)
- National security (anti terrorism)
- Pollution control (maritime oil slick control)
- Passenger and freight transport
The benchmark European aeronautic constructor Reims Aviation Industries, disposes of:
- A fleet of over 80 - F406 turboprop aircrafts
- Recognized know how in the integration and certification of technological solutions aboard the F406
- A set of certifications, including EASA Design Organization Approval (Part 21J), Production Organization Approval (Part 21G) and Maintenance Organizational Approval (Part 145).
- A partnership with Thalès (maritime surveillance), AVDEF/EADS (hourly flight services) and the French National Georgraphic Institute (aerial mapping)