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Read the latest military helicopter news from our team of expert journalists and analysts, giving you the 'so what' behind the latest military rotorcraft headlines.

Defence Notes

Updated US Marine Corps Force Design 2030 highlights need for novel capabilities

The USMC is seeking air-launched swarming munitions as well as multi-domain reconnaissance and C2 systems to boost its frontline force.

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Sikorsky awaits UK New Medium Helicopter requirements to unveil production plans, explores new X2 design

Sikorsky has yet to reveal its production plans for its UK New Medium Helicopter contender while industry anxiously anticipate the release of critical acquisition targets. The company also continues the exploration of its X helicopter concept for the international market.

Air Warfare

US V-22 Osprey clutch-related grounding issue remains mystery

The US government and industry aim to complete the replacement of affected clutch parts by autumn. The Japanese V-22 fleet is expected to follow the same procedure to avoid the the same problem arising.

Training

UK-led NATO battlegroup exercise demonstrates robust military power

Exercise Spring Storm showcases the UK-led NATO Enhanced Forward Presence's robust military capabilities in a multinational exercise, bolstering defence and fostering collective security.

Featured videos

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Advanced Avionics (sponsored)

Mark Burnand, Chief Test Pilot at Leonardo Helicopters UK, talks through the advanced avionics on board the latest generation battlefield utility AW149 helicopter.

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The Combat Veteran - 40 Years of the Chinook in the UK

The Chinook has served in every RAF campaign of the past 40 years. But in Afghanistan, it faced greater pressure than ever before.

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Honeywell Authorized Warranty and Repair Stations deliver genuine parts to helicopter operators

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Ace Aeronautics | A Next Gen, Turnkey Solution for Black Hawk Operators (sponsored video)

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Air Warfare

Malaysian Army leases Black Hawk helicopters

7th June 2023

Malaysia is leasing a quartet of Black Hawks, giving the army its first taste of operating the American-built helicopter.
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Argentina orders Bell 407s for military search and rescue missions

6th June 2023

Argentina is to acquire six Bell 407 helicopters for search and rescue operations by the country's army and air force under a government-to-government contract with Canada.
Training

Royal Air Force Typhoon fighters return to Eastern Europe after exercises

5th June 2023

RAF Typhoon fighter jets have recently returned to Estonia, resuming their duty of patrolling the airspace along NATO's Eastern border.
Air Warfare

India faces dire fighter and helicopter deficit, with no solution in sight

2nd June 2023

After crashes, the Indian military has grounded MiG-21 fighters and Dhruv helicopters. India still needs to find a way to overcome deep-seated challenges to replace ageing aircraft.
Training

CAE takes US Army flight school training support subcontract

1st June 2023

CAE has been awarded a contract from General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) to support the US Army’s Flight School Training Support Services (FSTSS) at Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), Alabama.
Defence Helicopter

CH-47F Chinook Block II reaches final assembly line as wider programme moves forward

26th May 2023

The Block II upgrade incorporates various enhancements to increase lift capability and commonality between US Army and allied fleets, reducing maintenance costs.
Training

Leonardo expands Italian aircraft maintenance training capability

19th May 2023

Leonardo has been granted new certification allowing it perform a full spectrum of military aviation maintenance training services.
Air Warfare

Spanish NH90 helicopters to receive engine capable of flying with sustainable fuel

18th May 2023

The milestone marks an important step towards standardising SAF use in aircraft engines, contributing to short-term decarbonisation goals.
Air Warfare

Germany announces phasing out of Tiger combat helicopters by 2038, introducing H145M fleet

15th May 2023

Germany plans to retire its Tiger combat helicopters by 2038, citing technical problems, and replace them with an Airbus H145M fleet to meet NATO commitments.
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Uruguay's African peacekeepers to receive new support helicopter

12th May 2023

The donation of a utility helicopter by the UA will increase the Uruguayan peacekeeping deployment’s air support capabilities in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Special Operations

SOF Week 2023: Program Executive Officer, PEO Rotary Wing interview (video)

10th May 2023

Speaking during SOF Week 2023, the head of PEO Rotary Wing for USSOCOM outlines his current priorities.
Special Operations

SOF Week 2023: Helping small companies do business with USSOCOM (video)

9th May 2023

The Small Business Programs initiative had a strong presence throughout SOF Week 2023.
Air Warfare

India seeks new source of engines for ageing Russian Mi-17 helicopters as supply chain problems hit

8th May 2023

India is struggling to keep Russian-origin Mi-17 helicopters in the air, as spares prove difficult to source from the OEM.
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Turkiye's Gokbey helicopter marks first indigenous engined flight

4th May 2023

On April 22, 2023, Turkish Aerospace’s T-625 GOKBEY general-purpose helicopter conducted a test flight with an indigenous TEI-TS1400 engine for the first time.
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Canada to upgrade AW101 rescue helicopters in-country under Leonardo-IMP deal

3rd May 2023

Canada's IMP Aerospace will carry out upgrades on 13 of the 16 AW101 aircraft covered by the CMLU programme under a sub-contract from Leonardo Helicopters UK.
Digital Battlespace

Czech Air Force helicopters gain extra protection against missile threats

2nd May 2023

Israel's Bird Aerosystem has completed a follow-on contract to fit anti-missile countermeasures to Czech Air Force Mi-17 helicopters.
Air Warfare

US approves sale of guided rocket kits to UK

1st May 2023

The US has approved the sale to the UK of APKWS-II guided rocket kits.
Air Warfare

NZ begins the search for replacement naval helicopters

28th April 2023

The time is approaching when New Zealand will need to replace its ageing Super Seasprite naval helicopters.
Air Warfare

Bell awards subcontracts for Canadian Griffon helicopter modernisation

27th April 2023

Bell will complete modernisation work on the first nine Canadian Armed Forces CH-146s, with the remainder of the 85 aircraft upgraded by Alpine Aerotech and Heli-One Canada.

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