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September crewed air review: established platforms retain their grip on the market
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India’s rotary-wing capability gap grows as IMRH programme delays persist

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India’s rotary-wing capability gap grows as IMRH programme delays persist

16th September 2026

With IMRH and DBMRH potentially years from service, India faces a widening rotary-wing capability gap that could drive further foreign purchases even as HAL and Safran build the foundations of an indigenous successor.

USAF eyes sensor and weapon upgrades as MH-139A Grey Wolf achieves IOC

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USAF eyes sensor and weapon upgrades as MH-139A Grey Wolf achieves IOC

9th September 2026

The Grey Wolf has entered operational service nearly three years later than originally planned, while new sustainment contracts indicate that some UH-1Ns could remain supported until 2031.

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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.

Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan

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Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan

24th April 2025

The new plan outlined how Spain would reach 2% of its GDP spend on defence by 2025, with €1.9 billion earmarked for new equipment acquisition with several land, naval and air platforms disclosed to be replaced or upgraded.

Airbus awaits USMC decision on Logistics Connector programme

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Airbus awaits USMC decision on Logistics Connector programme

24th April 2025

Airbus has been advancing development of its uncrewed MQ-72C Logistics Connector for the US Marine Corps, with a decision on the programme expected in early 2026.

Collins prepares expansion of the US Navy/Marine Tactical Combat Training System Inc II

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Collins prepares expansion of the US Navy/Marine Tactical Combat Training System Inc II

14th April 2025

The company has been negotiating the supply of TCTS II to US allies and partners.

Boeing to remanufacture five more US Army MH-47G Block II Chinooks

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Boeing to remanufacture five more US Army MH-47G Block II Chinooks

31st March 2025

The contract award, worth $240 million, is part of the ongoing effort by the US Army to modernise its Block II Chinook rotorcraft fleet.

Avalon 2025: Australia set to receive Apaches as Tiger retirement begins

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Avalon 2025: Australia set to receive Apaches as Tiger retirement begins

25th March 2025

After giving European Tiger attack helicopters and NH90 large utility helicopters a chance to meet Australian needs, which encountered problems, the country has turned back to the US for Apaches and Black Hawks, respectively.

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