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US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations
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NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

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NHI’s NH90: Europe’s multirole helicopter strives to maintain relevance (updated 2026)

27th April 2026

Developed in response to NATO’s needs, NHIndustries’ NH90 remains a cornerstone of European and Middle Eastern fleets – with upgrades planned to extend and improve the capabilities of the versatile and capable platform.

Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities

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Dormant helicopter programmes in Africa and Asia present opportunities

31st March 2026

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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  • US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations

    US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations

  • Peru’s air combat modernisation effort opens up $2.5 billion market opportunity

    Peru’s air combat modernisation effort opens up $2.5 billion market opportunity

  • UH-60M Black Hawk: export demand underpins $13 billion market opportunity

    UH-60M Black Hawk: export demand underpins $13 billion market opportunity

  • CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

    CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

  • US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations

    US Air Force to fast-track capability development for GPS-denied operations

  • Peru’s air combat modernisation effort opens up $2.5 billion market opportunity

    Peru’s air combat modernisation effort opens up $2.5 billion market opportunity

  • UH-60M Black Hawk: export demand underpins $13 billion market opportunity

    UH-60M Black Hawk: export demand underpins $13 billion market opportunity

  • CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

    CH-47 Chinook: why the iconic helicopter design is still a heavy-lift contender (updated 2026)

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Pentagon approves $100 million Bell 412 sale to Zambia

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Pentagon approves $100 million Bell 412 sale to Zambia

14th January 2025

The deal highlights Zambia’s ongoing pursuit to buy more Bell 412s to round out its diverse helicopter fleet.

Leonardo unveils new design of uncrewed Proteus demonstrator

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Leonardo unveils new design of uncrewed Proteus demonstrator

7th January 2025

According to Leonardo, the rotorcraft will conduct its first flight by mid-2025, following on from its £60 million (US$ 75 million) contract award in July 2022.

Ireland signs $93 million deal for new utility helicopters

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Ireland signs $93 million deal for new utility helicopters

30th December 2024

Ireland is replacing its ageing EC135 aircraft but is boosting the capability provided with the addition of new sensors which is planned to even provide a light attack role.

Bell selects Fort Worth site to build V-280s for the FLRAA programme

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Bell selects Fort Worth site to build V-280s for the FLRAA programme

19th December 2024

The facility will work towards readiness for Low-Rate Initial Production on the V-280 by 2028.

Air Warfare Preview 2025: A pressure-filled year ahead will see decisions made on major platforms and programmes

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Air Warfare Preview 2025: A pressure-filled year ahead will see decisions made on major platforms and programmes

18th December 2024

Looming government decisions on major defence programmes in the US and UK will colour much of 2025, while manufacturers and their orderbooks look on.

New Medium Helicopter competition remains “sensitive”, says UK MoD

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New Medium Helicopter competition remains “sensitive”, says UK MoD

13th December 2024

This statement comes as concerns were raised by union workers at Leonardo’s Yeovil site about the ongoing timeline of the UK’s New Medium Helicopter programme.

German Armed Forces’ H145s get L3Harris sensor system upgrade

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German Armed Forces’ H145s get L3Harris sensor system upgrade

10th December 2024

L3Harris Technologies has provided its WESCAM MX-15D electro-optical/infrared sensor systems to the German Armed Forces’ new H145 helicopters.

Air Warfare Review 2024: Budget cuts and delays fail to dampen modernisation efforts in 2024

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Air Warfare Review 2024: Budget cuts and delays fail to dampen modernisation efforts in 2024

10th December 2024

From major platform upgrades, high-value contract wins and programme delays, Shephard reported on a mixed year for air warfare in 2024, as geopolitical tensions rose across Europe and the Middle East.

US Army orders more Boeing CH-47 Block IIs

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US Army orders more Boeing CH-47 Block IIs

5th December 2024

Valued at $135 million, the Lot 3 contract is part of the US Army’s ongoing modernisation efforts.

US  approves deal for  $1.7 billion upgrade of Indian Navy MH-60R helicopters

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US approves deal for $1.7 billion upgrade of Indian Navy MH-60R helicopters

4th December 2024

The equipment sale for the helicopters includes 30 Multifunctional Information Distribution System Joint Tactical Radio System Terminals (MIDS JTRS) for the Indian Navy.

Top-level commitments but no meat in UK Defence Industrial Strategy’s Statement of Intent

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Top-level commitments but no meat in UK Defence Industrial Strategy’s Statement of Intent

3rd December 2024

The initial document focused more on creating the right partnerships and inspiring investment in defence than on any details of how future UK Armed Forces would be armed.

Reiser secures new NH90 Sea Tiger maintenance training contract

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Reiser secures new NH90 Sea Tiger maintenance training contract

26th November 2024

The training and simulation company’s new contract for the German Navy will replicate its NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter, which is set to join the fleet in 2025.

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