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Mark Burnand, Chief Test Pilot at Leonardo Helicopters UK, talks through the advanced avionics on board the latest generation battlefield utility AW149 helicopter.
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Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan
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.
Air Warfare
Airbus awaits USMC decision on Logistics Connector programme
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.
Air Warfare
Collins prepares expansion of the US Navy/Marine Tactical Combat Training System Inc II
The company has been negotiating the supply of TCTS II to US allies and partners.
Air Warfare
Boeing to remanufacture five more US Army MH-47G Block II Chinooks
The contract award, worth $240 million, is part of the ongoing effort by the US Army to modernise its Block II Chinook rotorcraft fleet.
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The Combat Veteran - 40 Years of the Chinook in the UK
The Chinook has served in every RAF campaign of the past 40 years. But in Afghanistan, it faced greater pressure than ever before.
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Air Warfare
Germany seals record-breaking contract for up to 82 Airbus H145M helicopters
14th December 2023
The German Armed Forces has signed a contract to procure up to 82 Airbus H145M multi-role helicopters, marking the largest-ever order for this model.
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Air Warfare
Poland begins AW101 Merlin helicopter induction as final delivery approaches
13th December 2023
The Polish Navy has initiated the induction of its first Leonardo AW101 Merlin anti-submarine warfare helicopter, with three aircraft stationed at the Naval Aviation Brigade air base and a fourth undergoing Polish system modifications.
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Air Warfare
UK's New Medium Helicopter programme faces further uncertainty due to potential Airbus H145 procurement
13th December 2023
The UK MoD’s decision to potentially purchase six H145 helicopters for specific operational requirements in Brunei and Cyprus has sparked uncertainty about the much anticipated New Medium Helicopter programme.
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Air Warfare
Greece favours Leonardo AW139 over Black Hawk and H175 as Super Puma replacement
12th December 2023
Greece’s air force has said it has been leaning towards the Leonardo AW139 multirole military helicopter as the Super Puma replacement, pending official approval, marking a potential shift in its search and rescue capabilities.
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Defence Helicopter
Boeing secures $271 million to advance modernisation of US Special Operations' MH-47G Chinook
11th December 2023
Boeing has clinched a major contract modification to further its backing of the US Special Operations Command’s MH-47G Chinook aircraft modernisation effort.
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Air Warfare
Apache AH-64E fires Spike long-range missiles
8th December 2023
The Rafael Advanced Defence Systems Spike, a multi-purpose EO missile system, can attack targets at ranges up to 25km and has been test-fired from an Apache AH-64E attack helicopter.
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Air Warfare
Lithuania orders three Airbus H145 helicopters for various roles
4th December 2023
Lithuania has secured a deal with Airbus Helicopters for three H145M multi-mission aircraft for special forces operations and other roles, as part of the country's attempt to strengthen its defence capabilities.
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Training
I/ITSEC 2023: CymSTAR introduces CymLITE Series Deployable Air Refueling Trainer
1st December 2023
The company has also used its platform at I/ITSEC 2023 to announce a new partnership with the Switzerland-based firm EDMS.
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Air Warfare
Ukraine fields 5,000 homegrown drones amid Iran's debut of advanced Shahed-238 UAV
24th November 2023
Amid escalating tensions and technological advancements in drone warfare, Ukraine has reinforced its front lines with a delivery of 5,000 indigenous drones, paralleled by Iran's revelation of the new jet-powered Shahed-238.
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Training
German airmobile forces to get new NH90 helicopter crew trainer
22nd November 2023
Reiser Simulation and Training has secured a deal to develop and deliver specialised NH90 helicopter rear-cabin trainer for the German airmobile forces.
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Air Warfare
Boeing shifts towards low-rate MH-139A Grey Wolf production
21st November 2023
Boeing's progress in the MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopter programme have marked a milestone in the transition toward low-rate initial production, following the delivery of the final test aircraft to the US Air Force.
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Training
Dubai Airshow 2023: First Bell 505 training helicopters delivered to Royal Jordanian Air Force
17th November 2023
Jordan ordered ten helicopters 12 months ago and joins Montenegro and the army and navy of South Korea as military operators of the 505.
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Naval Warfare
Italy finally funds naval missile projects
17th November 2023
The Italian MoD’s multi-year programme documents (DPP) detailing its current and planned acquisition projects has provided new details of funding for its 2023–25 naval missile programmes.
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Air Warfare
Dubai Airshow 2023: Paramount completes first test phase for new composite rotor blades
16th November 2023
The composite rotor blades for Mil Mi-type helicopters have been developed by global aerospace and technology company Paramount and partner AAL Group.
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Defence Helicopter
Dubai Airshow 2023: South Korean homegrown helicopters make international debut
14th November 2023
Two KAI helicopters, the KUH-1E utility helicopter and the Light Attack Helicopter (LAH), have taken centre stage at the Dubai Airshow 2023.
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Air Warfare
TAI delivers first Nigerian T-129 Atak helicopters
7th November 2023
The delivery of the first two T129 attack helicopters has marked a milestone in a deal announced during the 2022 Farnborough Air Show between Nigeria and Turkish Aerospace Industries.
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Air Warfare
Dubai Airshow 2023: EDGE Group acquires majority stake in Swiss VTOL company
6th November 2023
The announcement came ahead of Dubai Airshow 2023 where EDGE will showcase ANAVIA's VTOL solutions brought into its portfolio through the acquisition of a majority shareholding in the Swiss company.
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Air Warfare
US to accelerate UH-60M Black Hawk delivery to Australia
3rd November 2023
Following recent discussions between representatives from both countries, the US DoD is expediting the delivery of UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to Australia.
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Air Warfare
US approves Bell Helicopter US$300 million Iraqi deal
3rd November 2023
Bell Helicopter has been given approval by the US State Department for a Foreign Military Sale to the Iraq for Contracted Logistics Support (CLS) and related equipment.
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