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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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Afghanistan receives additional Mi-17s

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Afghanistan receives additional Mi-17s

14th February 2014

Russia has commenced delivery of a new batch of Mi-17 Helicopters to Afghanistan, as part of a controversial contract with the Pentagon to supply an …

SGA14: Bell Boeing gears up for Osprey export

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SGA14: Bell Boeing gears up for Osprey export

14th February 2014

The V-22 Osprey has demonstrated its capabilities for the first time at the Singapore Airshow as Bell Boeing looks to secure export orders.  ‘We are …

Lockheed Martin to support Saudi Apaches

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Lockheed Martin to support Saudi Apaches

13th February 2014

Lockheed Martin will maintain the Modernized Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (M-TADS/PNVS) systems onboard the Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF) Apaches, under a …

First AW139s delivered to Royal Thai Army

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First AW139s delivered to Royal Thai Army

13th February 2014

Two AW139 twin-engine helicopters ordered by the Royal Thai Army in 2012 have been delivered by AgustaWestland. The company announced the delivery from the Singapore …

SGA14: New air data module for in-flight calculations

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SGA14: New air data module for in-flight calculations

13th February 2014

Curtiss-Wright has used the Singapore Airshow to introduce its new Air Data Computer Module (ADCM) for the calculation of aircraft altitude and airspeed. It is …

Philippine Navy opts for more AW109 aircraft

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Philippine Navy opts for more AW109 aircraft

12th February 2014

AgustaWestland will supply an additional two AW109 Power maritime helicopters to the Philippine Navy following the signing of a contract, announced on 11 February. The …

PTDI, Airbus Helicopters team for Indonesian market

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PTDI, Airbus Helicopters team for Indonesian market

12th February 2014

PT Dirgantara Indonesia and Airbus Helicopters have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) that will see the two companies expand their cooperation to include support …

Netherlands restricts NH90 flying hours

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Netherlands restricts NH90 flying hours

11th February 2014

Dutch NH90 aircrews are now restricted to flying a maximum of one hour a day due to cockpit noise level concerns, it has emerged. The …

SGA14: Elbit targets utility helicopter market for Brightnite piloting system

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SGA14: Elbit targets utility helicopter market for Brightnite piloting system

11th February 2014

Elbit is confident that its Brightnite multi-layered piloting system will appeal to utility helicopter operators whose only alternative currently are the more costly systems used …

CH-53K helicopter powers up and spins rotor heads

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CH-53K helicopter powers up and spins rotor heads

11th February 2014

The first Sikorsky Ground Test Vehicle (GTV) prototype CH-53K helicopter in development for the US Marine Corps has been powered up and had its rotor …

EASA grants AW189 helicopter type certification

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EASA grants AW189 helicopter type certification

10th February 2014

The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has granted the AgustaWestland AW189 helicopter type certification following the completion of the final validation activities of the first fully …

SGA14: Bell looks to increase footprint in Asia

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SGA14: Bell looks to increase footprint in Asia

8th February 2014

Bell Helicopter is set to showcase its range of aircraft at the Singapore Air Show, as the company looks to draw new custom and capitalise …

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