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Growing capability gaps caused by ageing Soviet-era platforms in Africa and Asia are creating opportunities, as disrupted supply chains and sanctions open the door for Western manufacturers to expand into these markets.

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CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

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From its emergence as a ground-breaking design in the 1950s to its widespread deployment in diverse operations worldwide, the Chinook continues to leave an indelible mark on the aviation landscape. Shephard sums up the helicopter’s latest developments.

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Quad A 2017: BAE Systems, Leonardo DRS sign MoU

20th April 2017

BAE Systems and Leonardo DRS have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide advanced threat detection capabilities for US Army fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft, …

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US Army targets force projection improvements

20th April 2017

The US Army has begun using administrative unit movements to help practice and refine what some view as lost skill sets necessary for rapid force …

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Rotorcraft Asia: Sikorsky celebrates operator milestone

20th April 2017

Lockheed Martin company Sikorsky has strengthened its stronghold in Asia-Pacific through long customer relationships and a new service centre.At Rotorcraft Asia 2017, the company spoke …

Rotorcraft Asia: Airbus expands Seletar facility

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Rotorcraft Asia: Airbus expands Seletar facility

20th April 2017

Last month Airbus Helicopters opened a new 'delivery room' at its Seletar facility, with the company's Singaporean base of operations delivering an average of two …

Quad A 2017: Army seeks helicopter missile warning system

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Quad A 2017: Army seeks helicopter missile warning system

19th April 2017

The US Army has issued a request for information (RfI) in support of the Limited Interim Missile Warning System (LIMWS) programme as it seeks a …

Quad A 2017: Lakotas upgraded for the future

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Quad A 2017: Lakotas upgraded for the future

19th April 2017

The US Army is overseeing several modernisation efforts for the service's fleet of UH-72A Lakotas.Although the type only entered service in 2007, the H145-derived UH-72A, …

Quad A 2017: Fresh life breathed into UH-60L

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Quad A 2017: Fresh life breathed into UH-60L

19th April 2017

The US Army's programme to upgrade its legacy UH-60L Black Hawks with a new digital cockpit is proceeding apace, following the first flight of the …

Quad A 2017: AH-64E becomes army’s guardian

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Quad A 2017: AH-64E becomes army’s guardian

19th April 2017

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Quad A 2017: Missile development overcomes hurdles

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Quad A 2017: Missile development overcomes hurdles

19th April 2017

With low-rate production scheduled for May 2018, the US Army's Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) is well on its way to replacing the long-standing AGM-114 Hellfire, …

Quad A 2017: Plans advance for Chinook Block II

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Quad A 2017: Plans advance for Chinook Block II

19th April 2017

The first of more than 1,200 Chinooks produced for more than 19 operators around the world was delivered to the US Army on 16 August …

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Avalex Technologies is utilising Rotorcraft Asia 2017 as means to scout Asia-Pacific for prospective customers and cement the company's footprint within the region.At the show, …

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Rotorcraft Asia: Honeywell moves for Asian business

19th April 2017

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