Defence Helicopter
Advanced Avionics (sponsored)
Mark Burnand, Chief Test Pilot at Leonardo Helicopters UK, talks through the advanced avionics on board the latest generation battlefield utility AW149 helicopter.
Ongoing discussions between Greece and Israeli arms manufacturer Rafael to acquire Spyder air defence systems underscored the resilience of international business ties despite geopolitical tensions.
The UK signed a $150 million contract for six Airbus H145 helicopters to enhance military operations in Brunei and Cyprus, replacing aging Puma HC2s. At the same time, questions remain over the fate of the New Medium Helicopter programme amidst uncertainties surrounding procurement plans and delivery timelines.
Both helicopter types will provide a step change in Singapore’s helicopter lift capability.
As Serbia considers a multi-billion-euro deal for French Rafale fighter jets, its move towards Western arms has signalled a significant departure from its reliance on Russian equipment, reflecting broader shifts in global defence procurement.
Mark Burnand, Chief Test Pilot at Leonardo Helicopters UK, talks through the advanced avionics on board the latest generation battlefield utility AW149 helicopter.
The Chinook has served in every RAF campaign of the past 40 years. But in Afghanistan, it faced greater pressure than ever before.
30th September 2009
In Iraq Merlins proved their worth. Now the RAF prepares its helicopters and crews for the challenge of Afghanistan. With all RAF aircraft out of …
29th September 2009
The RAF’s fleet of Puma helicopters will receive a £300M upgrade that will enhance performance and enable it to operate in the toughest and most …
29th September 2009
Eurocopter and United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence Eurocopter UK and the British Ministry of Defence signed a contract on September 18 for the Life Extension …
28th September 2009
AgustaWestland has announced that the ATAK Team, comprising Turkish Aerospace Industries, Inc. (TAI), Aselsan and AgustaWestland, has successfully performed the maiden flight of the first …
28th September 2009
The buoyancy of the rotary wing sector was highlighted by significant contracts announced during Helitech 2009. The exhibition saw an unaudited figure* of 4,047 visitors …
28th September 2009
A Royal Navy reservist and veteran of the Falkland’s conflict has volunteered for a tour in Afghanistan with 663 Squadron Army Air Corps, flying the …
28th September 2009
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services - Fleetlands has been awarded an initial contract by Boeing to carry out major modification packages on United Kingdom Ministry of …
28th September 2009
On September 11, 2009, the Coast Guard Acquisition Directorate’s HH-60 Conversion and Sustainment Project, in conjunction with the Coast Guard Aviation Logistics Center H-60 Product …
25th September 2009
The French Army has released details of combat actions by its new Eurocopter Tigre attack helicopters in Afghanistan under Operation Pamir. On Saturday, September 5, …
25th September 2009
The Royal Navy's unique airborne surveillance and control helicopters, known as 'Baggers', have recently deployed to Helmand for the first time, where they are detecting, …
25th September 2009
A Marine with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, nicknamed the Vipers, recently received one of the highest honors of a Marine aviator for acts …
24th September 2009
This upgrade will include a £128m contract which will give the whole Chinook fleet a significant boost by fitting a more powerful engine, enabling the …
24th September 2009
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America has received Bell Helicopter approval for both its UH-1 airframe maintenance fixture as well as for the repair and overhaul …
23rd September 2009
Helisim has inaugurated its first NH90 flight simulator at the training center in Marignane (South of France) where it will be used to train military …
23rd September 2009
Eurocopter and its British subsidiary, Eurocopter UK Ltd., emphasize their strong position in the UK market at Helitech 2009. The company exhibits the EC135 “L’Hélicoptère …
23rd September 2009
The first morning of Helitech 2009 saw more than 1,500 visitors streaming into the show, which is taking place at the Imperial War Museum at …
23rd September 2009
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today presented its Winged S Rescue Award to a UK helicopter rescue crew and the base it operates from in recognition of …
22nd September 2009
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and the Royal Air Force today at Helitech celebrated the donation of an MH-53 Pave Low helicopter to the RAF Museum. The …
22nd September 2009
The Search and Rescue (SAR) S-92 helicopter fleet operating in the United Kingdom has exceeded the operational milestone of 500 missions. As of mid-August 2009, …