For over two decades, QinetiQ has been a leading global provider of add-on aircraft armour. LAST Armor is a lightweight protective solution that offers high-performance ballistic protection for both fixed wing transport and rotary wing platforms.
Originally developed during Operation Desert Storm in 1991, LAST Armor has since been employed to safeguard thousands of combat air and land vehicles. It is currently installed in more than 40 aircraft types across 16 allied nations, including the U.S. Military, foreign allies, commercial OEMs, and law enforcement agencies.
Christopher Forrest, Executive Vice President of Advanced Robotics and Mission Solutions at QinetiQ US, expressed pride in the partnership with Integris Composites. He stated, “QinetiQ US is honoured to partner with Integris Composites, a long-time supplier partner, to deliver a tailored armoured survivability solution for the U.S. Army’s Future Vertical Lift programme. Utilising high performance fibres and advanced ceramics, LAST Armor solutions offer proven traditional ballistic protection for mission success.”
Andrew Bonham, president of Integris Composites, also conveyed enthusiasm about the project. “All of us at Integris are proud to be part of the team developing what will become the U.S. Army’s new long-range assault aircraft,” he said. Integris Composites, formerly TenCate Advanced Armour, has a long-standing reputation for form, safety, dependability, and survivability, spanning over 25 years.
QinetiQ US manufactures LAST Armor at its facilities in Waltham and Franklin, Massachusetts. The partnership marks a significant step in advancing the protective capabilities of the U.S. Army’s future aviation assets.
