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UK MoD awards Leonardo with £1 billion New Medium Helicopter contract
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UK’s New Medium Helicopter deal finalisation on horizon, alludes Leonardo CEO
Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

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Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

24th February 2026

The Proteus demonstrator is being pitched as a key platform showcasing the UK’s capabilities to build autonomous systems, with Leonardo in ongoing discussions about the future of the programme with the Royal Navy and UK Ministry of Defence.

France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

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France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

20th February 2026

Expanded fighter jet and missile production, next-generation engine cooperation and helicopter assembly deals have all been struck between the two countries, signalling a strengthening bilateral partnership between France and India.

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

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

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

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

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    “Dramatic leaps in processing capability”: how GDMS–UK is evolving mission systems for the modern battlespace

  • Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

    Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

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

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

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

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

  • France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

    France and India secure long-term defence roadmap built on shared production

  • Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

    Leonardo UK “optimistic” on further Proteus funding, confirms international interest

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Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

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Poland reassesses equipment priorities as S-70i Black Hawk acquisition stopped

9th June 2025

The country first entered negotiations for the procurement of Black Hawk helicopters in 2023. Now, the reassessment marks a shift in the country’s military equipment and strategic needs in light of the Ukraine conflict.

UVision declares a “first” with helicopter-launched loitering munition to be displayed at Paris Air Show

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UVision declares a “first” with helicopter-launched loitering munition to be displayed at Paris Air Show

6th June 2025

UVision’s HERO loitering munition family is widely used. As an air-launched loitering munition, however, it is a new concept which could meet a specific declared need of the US Marine Corps.

RTX Raytheon to surge production of AIM-9X Block II missiles by nearly 80% in three years

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RTX Raytheon to surge production of AIM-9X Block II missiles by nearly 80% in three years

5th June 2025

Currently manufacturing 1,400 AIM-9X Block II missiles annually, Raytheon plans to reach the mark of 2,500 per year by September 2028.

US Army progresses with the Flight School Next project

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US Army progresses with the Flight School Next project

4th June 2025

A special procurement notice for the Flight School Next was issued this week as potential suppliers step up their efforts.

Airbus, Babcock and CAE partner for Poland helicopter training requirement

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Airbus, Babcock and CAE partner for Poland helicopter training requirement

19th May 2025

Poland first issued a requirement for up to 24 helicopters and associated training systems in January 2024.

Bell’s FLRAA receives MV-75 designation from US Army, first operational division revealed

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Bell’s FLRAA receives MV-75 designation from US Army, first operational division revealed

15th May 2025

The US Army also added that it would push to get the long-range assault aircraft online “years ahead” of its original 2030 timeline.

What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?

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What capabilities could the US supply to Saudi Arabia under the $142 billion deal?

14th May 2025

Multiple questions involving the largest US Foreign Military Sale in history remain unanswered.

US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

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US approves $1.45 billion sale to UAE for CH-47 Chinooks and F-16 sustainment

13th May 2025

Both the possible sale for six Chinook helicopters and F-16 sustainment will bolster existing UAE fleets and the country’s position as a US partner and ally, according to the DSCA.

US services test Raytheon ASTARTE AI-enabled software system

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US services test Raytheon ASTARTE AI-enabled software system

6th May 2025

The solution was evaluated by the US Army and Air Force during the Project Convergence Capstone 5.

Why is the defence market “exploding exponentially” for autonomous targeting capabilities?

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Why is the defence market “exploding exponentially” for autonomous targeting capabilities?

5th May 2025

Solutions that identify, engage and destroy targets with minimal or no human intervention are becoming critical on tomorrow’s battlefield.

Hegseth issues rallying cry for army transformation

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Hegseth issues rallying cry for army transformation

1st May 2025

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has outlined an ambitious plan to reform, reshape and redirect the US Army in an overhaul which would see a reduction in formations and less manned attack helicopters.

Italian Army receives first UH-169D light utility helicopter

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Italian Army receives first UH-169D light utility helicopter

30th April 2025

The delivery is the first in a total of 25 helicopters on order, with all deliveries expected to be completed by 2027.

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