Buying the Latest M-346FA Jet in Nigeria: What You Should Know We weren’t able to create a summary for you . Refresh your page to try again. Mar 9, 2026 · Representing one of the largest combat aircraft procurements undertaken by a West African state, the M - 346FA agreement combines aircraft production, weapons integration, pilot training, and long-term logistical support over 25 years. Mar 9, 2026 · Representing one of the largest combat aircraft procurements undertaken by a West African state, the M - 346FA agreement combines aircraft production, weapons integration, pilot training, and long-term logistical support over 25 years. Apr 29, 2026 · Nigeria is acquiring 24 M - 346FA jets , the light fighter variant of the M-346 trainer, as part of the modernization of its air force. For the first time, an M - 346FA destined to Nigeria ... Apr 29, 2026 · Nigeria is acquiring 24 M - 346FA jets , the light fighter variant of the M-346 trainer, as part of the modernization of its air force. For the first time, an M - 346FA destined to Nigeria ... The Aermacchi M-346 Master is a family of military twin-engine transonic advanced jet trainers and light combat aircraft. M-346FA (image credit: Alessandro Maggia via Leonardo). Before Nigeria’s procurement, the M-346FA variant had already been sold to Turkmenistan. In 2020, the Italian Senate revealed Turkmenistan’s order for four M-346FA and two M-346FT (Fighter Trainer) aircraft. Nigeria is moving ahead with plans to acquire 24 Leonardo M-346FA light fighter-attack aircraft from Italy s Leonardo in a deal valued at about 1.The M-346FA (Fighter Attack) is a combat-capable evolution of Leonardo’s widely used M-346 advanced jet trainer. Nigeria is advancing its military modernization with the acquisition of M-346FA fighter jets and AW-109 helicopters from Italy. The €1.2 billion deal includes maintenance and support provisions, showcasing strengthened defense ties between Nigeria and Italy.