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India fast-tracks helicopter procurement with dual RFIs for 276 platforms

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India fast-tracks helicopter procurement with dual RFIs for 276 platforms

29th August 2025

India has issued urgent RFIs for more than 270 reconnaissance, surveillance and utility helicopters across its services, signalling a systemic overhaul of rotary-wing capabilities with a renewed emphasis on indigenous production and technology transfer.

Lockheed nets $43 million US Army contract for Black Hawk modernisation

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Lockheed nets $43 million US Army contract for Black Hawk modernisation

22nd August 2025

The initial funds will focus on the foundational capabilities to modernise the attack helicopter, including digital architecture that will allow for launched effects and UAS integration.

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  • AUSA 2025: US Army and Bell squeeze MV-75 programme

    AUSA 2025: US Army and Bell squeeze MV-75 programme

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    Sikorsky wins five-year $11 billion US Marine Corps contract for CH-53K helicopters

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    Royal New Zealand Navy outlines modernisation goals

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    AUSA 2025: US Army and Bell squeeze MV-75 programme

  • Royal New Zealand Navy outlines modernisation goals

    Royal New Zealand Navy outlines modernisation goals

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    New Zealand to procure MH-60R and A321XLR aircraft as plan to “rebuild” the NZDF begins

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    British Army seeks ACP to pair with Apache AH-64E helicopter

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Italy looks to advance development of airborne electronic warfare initiatives

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Italy looks to advance development of airborne electronic warfare initiatives

14th October 2024

Italy’s ELT Group involvement in airborne electronic warfare initiatives, including developing systems for the Eurofighter Typhoon and future sixth-generation combat aircraft, has been focused on integrated sensing, non-kinetic effects and ...

UK Royal Navy Wildcat fires Sea Venom anti-ship missile

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UK Royal Navy Wildcat fires Sea Venom anti-ship missile

9th October 2024

The Wildcat is fitted with .50cal gun and carries Stingray torpedoes and Marlet lightweight missiles. Sea Venom substantially boosts the platform’s punch.

Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

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Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

4th October 2024

A total of eight aircraft will replace the Royal Thai Army’s ageing AH-IF Cobra fleet as part of a contract deal worth US$103.8 million.

Florida firm wins Bell 412 maintenance training contract in El Salvador

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Florida firm wins Bell 412 maintenance training contract in El Salvador

2nd October 2024

The deal, ECS’s 12th contract under the Enterprise Training Services Contract (ETSC) programme, will run from late-August 2024 to late-August 2025.

How temporary funding could affect the US military’s critical acquisition programmes

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How temporary funding could affect the US military’s critical acquisition programmes

25th September 2024

Operating under continuing resolutions would affect Patriot, Virginia-class, Columbia-class and B-21 programmes.

The Philippines prepares for high-end fighter operations

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The Philippines prepares for high-end fighter operations

24th September 2024

The Southeast Asian country’s air force is broadening the warfighting mission sets of its FA-50PH by shifting focus towards offensive counter air, defensive counter air and ground attack missions.

Indonesia orders Airbus H145s for military training

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Indonesia orders Airbus H145s for military training

23rd September 2024

The decision to purchase the H145 by the Indonesian Air Force (TNI-AU) has marked the first time the Indonesian military has selected the platform.

BAE Systems selected for Sting Ray torpedo upgrade work

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BAE Systems selected for Sting Ray torpedo upgrade work

13th September 2024

The Sting Ray can be deployed from frigates, helicopters and maritime patrol aircraft against submarine targets of all types. It uses an acoustic homing system and navigation system to detect, classify and attack targets autonomously.

Iraq orders Airbus H225M helicopters

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Iraq orders Airbus H225M helicopters

9th September 2024

The new helicopters will join Airbus H125, H135 and H145 aircraft already in Iraqi service and replace older Mi-17s.

Royal Navy Merlin Mk4 ditching kills one crew member

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Royal Navy Merlin Mk4 ditching kills one crew member

5th September 2024

A ditching is a deliberate emergency landing on water, not a crash.

Indian Navy purchases anti-submarine sonobuoys to counter Chinese incursions

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Indian Navy purchases anti-submarine sonobuoys to counter Chinese incursions

5th September 2024

The US approved the deal despite supply chain delays to other equipment ordered by India.

In focus: UK New Medium Helicopter programme down to one bidder

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In focus: UK New Medium Helicopter programme down to one bidder

3rd September 2024

The end of the long procurement process could be in sight as both Airbus and Sikorsky pull out over bid criteria.

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