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NSPA outlines next steps for NATO’s Next-Generation Rotorcraft Capability effort

27th February 2026

The NATO agency gave further updates on the next stages of its rotorcraft programme and timelines for the next three years, with the initiative aimed at replacing ageing medium-lift helicopters in various NATO countries.

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UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO

26th February 2026

A potential announcement within days could end speculation around the UK Ministry of Defence’s procurement direction for the NMH programme.

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AUSA 2014: Apache E exceed op readiness levels

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AUSA 2014: Apache E exceed op readiness levels

14th October 2014

The performance of the Apache AH-64E model has exceeded expectations on operations in Afghanistan. Speaking at the AUSA Annual exhibition in Washington DC Colonel Jeff …

FN Herstal expands airborne pintle mounted systems portfolio

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FN Herstal expands airborne pintle mounted systems portfolio

14th October 2014

The Dillon Aero M134D Gatling Gun will be offered by FN Herstal as an additional option to its airborne pintle mounted systems under a teaming …

AUSA 2014: Sikorsky details US Army Raider bid (Video)

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AUSA 2014: Sikorsky details US Army Raider bid (Video)

14th October 2014

Speaking to Shephard at the AUSA exhibition, executives at Sikorsky decribed moves to secure US Army rotary wing programmes for its Raider platform.

Lockheed Martin to produce M-TADS/PNVS for Qatar

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Lockheed Martin to produce M-TADS/PNVS for Qatar

14th October 2014

Lockheed Martin will supply Modernized Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (M-TADS/PNVS) for the Qatar Emiri Air Force’s Apache helicopter fleet. The company was …

AUSA 2014: LM’s JAGM ready for EMD

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AUSA 2014: LM’s JAGM ready for EMD

13th October 2014

Lockheed Martin has completed component qualification testing on the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) and is ready for the next stage of development. Speaking at the …

AUSA 2014: First APKWS test on non-Hydra rocket

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AUSA 2014: First APKWS test on non-Hydra rocket

13th October 2014

BAE Systems has tested its Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) on a Forges de Zeebrugge (FZ) rocket for the first time with the Australian …

MD Helicopter awarded Afghan MD 530F contracts

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MD Helicopter awarded Afghan MD 530F contracts

10th October 2014

MD Helicopters will build and deliver 12 MD 530F helicopters for the Afghan Air Force (AAF) under a contract from the US Non-Standard Rotary Wing …

Black Hawk fuel tank inerting system undergoes testing

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Black Hawk fuel tank inerting system undergoes testing

10th October 2014

The development of a new fuel tank inerting system for the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter is underway, with Phyre Technologies successfully completing the prototype testing …

AUSA 2014: NG supports new Saudi aviation brigade

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AUSA 2014: NG supports new Saudi aviation brigade

8th October 2014

Over the past two years Northrop Grumman has expanded its rotary services to the Saudi Arabian National Guard (SANG) in anticipation of the standing up …

AUSA 2014: Sikorsky unveils S-97 prototypes

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AUSA 2014: Sikorsky unveils S-97 prototypes

8th October 2014

The first two S-97 Raider helicopter prototypes have been unveiled by Sikorsky, ahead of commencement of the programme’s test flight activities. The aircraft has been …

Northrop Grumman outlines UH-60V cockpit upgrade plans

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Northrop Grumman outlines UH-60V cockpit upgrade plans

8th October 2014

Northrop Grumman will develop a next-generation Black Hawk helicopter cockpit display that leverages ANSYS system and software simulation solutions, the company announced on 8 October. …

India puts AW101s in storage

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India puts AW101s in storage

4th October 2014

The saga of India’s cancelled VVIP AW101 helicopter procurement rumbles on, with Indian Air Force (IAF) now looking at upgrading around nine Mi-17 V5s for …

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