December 6 2013. The first military transport test refueling aircraft in the air have been carried out concern Airbus. The test was successful without incident.

Concern Airbus is going to conduct several more such refueling to work out the technique and improve skills. In 2014, they want to refuel the tanker A330 Voyager, developing a high speed.

After a certain period of time, Airbus wants to receive a certificate for refueling equipment. The development of such a system began in the year 2000.