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Robinson launches new uncrewed aircraft business unit, unveils new UAS cargo platform

12th March 2026

The new entity incorporates crewed and uncrewed capabilities to tackle a variety of mission demands in both defence and commercial markets.

UK MoD awards Leonardo with £1 billion New Medium Helicopter contract

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UK MoD awards Leonardo with £1 billion New Medium Helicopter contract

2nd March 2026

The £1 billion contract has secured jobs at Leonardo’s Yeovil site and will provide the British forces with 23 new medium-lift helicopters.

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GD OTS awarded US Hydra-70 rocket contract

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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 …

RAN commissions HMAS Canberra

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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 …

USAF designates Combat Rescue Helicopter HH-60W

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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 …

RAF receives first A400M at RAF Brize Norton

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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 …

EC645 T2 Light Utility Helicopter takes flight

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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 …

The Nepalese Army takes delivery of new Dhruv ALH

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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 …

Rolls-Royce awarded V-22 engine support contract

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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 …

Ninth RAN LHD landing craft launched

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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, …

Kaman signs Peru SH-2G Super Seasprite contract

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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 …

Netherlands examines SOF Air concept

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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 …

BAE Systems submits US Army CIRCM proposal

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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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