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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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Northrop Grumman receives Marine Corps H-1 helicopter upgrade contract

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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 …

Australia signs HATS contract

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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 …

US Army explores manned/unmanned teaming for utility helicopters

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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 …

US Navy receives 200th MH-60R Romeo helicopter

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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). …

AgustaWestland strengthens Indonesian market ties

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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 …

US to sell guided rockets to Iraq

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US to sell guided rockets to Iraq

13th November 2014

The US State Department has approved the sale of Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems (APKWS) guided rocket systems to Iraq, it was announced on 12 …

Reservations about Indian helicopter project emerge

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Reservations about Indian helicopter project emerge

12th November 2014

India’s long-delayed quest for a new military surveillance helicopter has hit a fresh snag, with domestic venders concerned the acquisition strategy of the relaunched project …

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Thales, SAVIC team for Chinese helicopter market

11th November 2014

Thales and Shanghai AVIC (SAVIC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see the two companies offer joint solutions to the Chinese helicopter …

First EC725 accepted by Indonesian MoD

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First EC725 accepted by Indonesian MoD

10th November 2014

The first combat search and rescue (CSAR) EC725 helicopter has been accepted by the Indonesian Ministry of Defence from Airbus Helicopters. Following the installation of …

Indo Defence: First light attack helicopter delivered to Indonesian Army

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Indo Defence: First light attack helicopter delivered to Indonesian Army

7th November 2014

The first Fennec helicopter for the Indonesian Army’s light attack squadron has been delivered by Airbus Helicopters it was announced on 6 November. Twelve Fennec …

Mi-8AMTSh-Vs built without Ukrainian content

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Mi-8AMTSh-Vs built without Ukrainian content

7th November 2014

Russian Helicopters has severed ties with the Ukraine in the manufacture of Mi-8AMTSh-V tactical transport helicopters currently being built for the Russian Air Force’s Army …

Apache radar updated with maritime mode

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Apache radar updated with maritime mode

6th November 2014

Longbow LLC, the joint venture that manufactures the AN/APG-78 Longbow fire control radar, is to upgrade the radars equipping the US Army’s new AH-64E helicopters …

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