Germany Receives Its First P-8A Poseidon – Strengthens NATO's Anti-Submarine Warfare and Maritime Surveillance

Germany has received its first P-8A Poseidon maritime patrol aircraft, which will enhance NATO's capabilities in anti-submarine warfare and maritime surveillance. The aircraft replaces the older P-3C Orion fleet and is part of the country's extensive modernisation of naval aviation under the 'Zeitenwende' strategy.