NSPA provides update on Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) programme
The NGRC Programme will next focus on the concept design activities in 2026-2027 and target to have a preferred solution by the end of 2027.
Airbus and European partners demonstrate collaboration between helicopters and unmanned systems
Airbus Helicopters and its partners have conducted a full scale demonstration of a manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) system developed as part of a project funded by the European Union and code-named MUSHER.
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Royal Navy Wildcat helicopters successfully test new Sea Venom anti-ship missile [VIDEO]
The Royal Navy's Wildcat helicopters are set to become even more formidable after a successful test firing of the new Sea Venom missile, designed to destroy enemy warships.
Poland secures USD 3 billion loan for military expansion, enhancing defence cooperation
Polish Ministry of National Defence announced the signing of a new USD 3.08 billion loan agreement with the United States as part of the Foreign Military Financing (FMF) programme.
Airbus conducts maiden flight of H145M helicopter for German Armed Forces
In addition to the maiden flight of the H145M from the latest order, Airbus has also started training German military personnel to operate and maintain this new type of helicopter.
Leonardo: the new AW249 in the air for the first operational exercise
One of the Italian Army’s new AW249 exploration and escort helicopters participated for the first time in an operational exercise, Stella Alpina 2024, held on 18 September at Lake Fedaia (Trento, Italy).
Indonesian Air Force orders four Airbus H145 helicopters
The Indonesian Air Force has placed an order for four Airbus H145 helicopters as part of its training modernisation programme.
Iraq Ministry of Defence orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters from Airbus
Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a contract for 12 H225M multi-role helicopters by the Republic of Iraq.
Boeing offers CH-47 Chinook for Poland’s heavy transport helicopter needs
The CH-47F Block II helicopter is the newest iteration of the Chinook, providing increased lift and range.
Kongsberg upgrades the Norwegian Armed Forces’ Bell helicopters
Kongsberg Aviation Maintenance Services (KAMS) has secured a contract with the Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency (NDMA) to upgrade the Bell 412 helicopters.
Patria to provide modification design for Norwegian Armed Forces Bell 412 helicopters
Patria has been selected to provide the modification design - a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) - for Norwegian Armed Forces Bell 412 helicopters.
Poland signs contract with United States for 96 AH-64E Apache attack helicopters
The new helicopters will replace the aging Soviet-era Mi-24 helicopters, providing improved target engagement and reconnaissance capabilities.