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Paris Air Show 2025: Poland orders Apache targeting systems and will establish local support facility

In 2024, Poland agreed to purchase 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache combat helicopters in a deal worth as much as US$12 billion. The deal included 97 AN/ASQ-170 modernised target acquisition and designation sight/AN/AAR-11 modernised pilot night vision sensors (M-TADS/PNVS).

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Paris Air Show 2025: New capabilities, partnerships and next-gen programmes remain priority for industry

As European countries increase their defence budgets, the Paris Air Show will look to how the aerospace industry’s responds, with programme progression, new technology and industrial partnerships all expected to take centre stage at Le Bourget.

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Paris Air Show 2025: Airbus Helicopters unveils new crewed-uncrewed teaming solution

The solution, named HTeaming, has already been tested in flight with a Spanish Navy H135 helicopter and an Airbus Flexrotor uncrewed aerial system (UAS).

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Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

The country first entered negotiations for the procurement of Black Hawk helicopters in 2023. Now, the reassessment marks a shift in the country’s military equipment and strategic needs in light of the Ukraine conflict.

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German MoD and Airbus Helicopters agree on new framework agreement

4th December 2014

The German MoD is awaiting parliamentary approval for a revised framework agreement it has worked out with Airbus Helicopters. Building on the March 2013 memorandum …
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I/ITSEC: CAE launches next generation Medallion-6000

2nd December 2014

CAE launched their next generation Medallion-6000 image generator at I/ITSEC on 1 December in Orlando. The next-generation Medallion-6000 is based on the latest COTS graphics …
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GD OTS awarded US Hydra-70 rocket contract

2nd December 2014

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems will supply the US military with 2.75-inch/70mm Hydra-70 air-to-ground rocket systems under a five-year fixed firm price contract from …
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RAN commissions HMAS Canberra

28th November 2014

The Royal Australian Navy (RAN) has commissioned its first Landing Helicopter Dock, HMAS Canberra, in a ceremony held at Garden Island, Sydney, marking the vessel’s …
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USAF designates Combat Rescue Helicopter HH-60W

28th November 2014

The US Air Force has designated the Combat Rescue Helicopter as the HH-60W, it was announced on 25 November. The aircraft will be referred to …
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RAF receives first A400M at RAF Brize Norton

28th November 2014

The first A400M airlifter for the Royal Air Force (RAF) has been officially delivered by Airbus Defence and Space at a ceremony at RAF Brize …
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EC645 T2 Light Utility Helicopter takes flight

27th November 2014

The Airbus Helicopters EC645 T2 Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) has completed its first flight at the company’s Donauwörth location in Bavaria. The EC645 T2 is …
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The Nepalese Army takes delivery of new Dhruv ALH

27th November 2014

The Nepali Army took delivery of a Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) built by Hindustan Aeronautics on 25 November, marking the latest success for India’s …
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Rolls-Royce awarded V-22 engine support contract

26th November 2014

Rolls-Royce will provide aftermarket engine support for the V-22 Osprey helicopters in use with the US Air Force and US Marine Corps under a two-year …
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Ninth RAN LHD landing craft launched

25th November 2014

The ninth Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) Landing Craft (LLC) to be constructed for the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) by Navantia was launched on 24 November, …
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Kaman signs Peru SH-2G Super Seasprite contract

24th November 2014

Kaman will remanufacture and upgrade four Kaman SH-2G Super Seasprite helicopters for the Peruvian Navy under a contract with programme lead, General Dynamics Canada, announced …
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Netherlands examines SOF Air concept

19th November 2014

The Netherlands Defence Helicopter Command (DHC) has begun working up plans to establish a Special Operations Forces (SOF) Air capability, officials have revealed to Shephard. …
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Vector to provide MRO support for French Navy Lynx

19th November 2014

Vector Aerospace UK will provide structural maintenance and technical support for the French Navy's Lynx Mk4 helicopter fleet under a five year agreement announced on …
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BAE Systems submits US Army CIRCM proposal

18th November 2014

BAE Systems has submitted its proposal for the US Army’s Common Infrared Countermeasure (CIRCM) programme – a lightweight, low-cost, and modular laser-based aircraft protection system, …
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Northrop Grumman receives Marine Corps H-1 helicopter upgrade contract

18th November 2014

Northrop Grumman’s FlightPro Gen III will be installed on aircraft being enhanced under the US Marine Corps' H-1 helicopter upgrade programme, with a contract from …
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Australia signs HATS contract

17th November 2014

Future pilots with the Australian Defence Force (ADF) can look forward to an easier transition to advanced helicopters such as the ARH Tiger and MRH90 …
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US Army explores manned/unmanned teaming for utility helicopters

17th November 2014

The US military is exploring the application of manned/unmanned teaming capabilities for its fleet of Black Hawk utility helicopters. According to a request for information …
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US Navy receives 200th MH-60R Romeo helicopter

17th November 2014

The US Navy’s submarine-hunting MH-60R Romeo helicopter fleet continues to grow, with Lockheed Martin delivering the 200th aircraft to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron Seven-Two (HSM-72). …
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AgustaWestland strengthens Indonesian market ties

13th November 2014

AgustaWestland has signed a cooperation agreement with Indonesia’s Indopelita Aircraft Service (IAS) that will see in-country support and maintenance services established for AgustaWestland customers. The …

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