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

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.

Analysis: UK government goes on decommissioning spree to balance defence budget

UK defence secretary John Healey has announced the cancellation and decommissioning of naval and air force platforms to enable the government to “re-invest money in the armed forces” ahead of the upcoming Strategic Defence Review.

Land Warfare

South Korean defence industry demonstrates its tech prowess

Shephard takes a deep dive into the latest developments in the South Korean defence sector as the country arms itself to deal with current and future threats.

Air Warfare

Northrop Grumman shows off new M230 Chain Gun at AUSA

The development of a dual-feed version of the 30mm M230 LF Chain Gun could allow for rapid selection between different ammunition types for more versatile battlefield engagement.

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Defence Helicopter

Bell H-1 fleet achieves half a million flight hours

30th June 2023

The current fleet of AH-1Z Vipers and UH-1Y Venoms have surpassed the 500.000-flight hour mark.
Defence Helicopter

Thales to supply standby flight instruments for Airbus H160M helicopter

29th June 2023

The first military application for Thales' third-generation Integrated Electronic Standby Instruments (IESI) will be the Guépard Joint Light Helicopter version of the Airbus H160.
Air Warfare

Korean Air completes first AH-6i fuselage

27th June 2023

Korean Air in South Korea is building Boeing scout helicopter fuselages for an international customer.
Defence Helicopter

Paris Air Show: Bell to deliver virtual cockpit and prototype aircraft for US Army's FLRAA

23rd June 2023

With the protest procedure concluded for the US Army's Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft competition, Bell and the service have resumed work, focussing on the success of the programme.
Defence Helicopter

Updated: UK New Medium Helicopter bidders ready to move as soon as MoD confirms timeline

23rd June 2023

The lack of clearly defined acquisition targets for the UK New Medium Helicopter programme continues to pose challenges to the timeline of introducing the new rotorcraft into service by 2025.
Digital Battlespace

Hensoldt to protect Ukraine's helicopters against missile threat

23rd June 2023

Hensoldt will supply 16 self-protection systems for an unspecified Ukrainian military helicopter type, with the Mil Mi-24 being a likely candidate.
Defence Helicopter

Paris Air Show: Safran and MTU join forces to power next-gen European rotorcraft

21st June 2023

Safran and MTU have agreed to partner up to develop a new European helicopter engine, in anticipation of European Defence Fund support for such an initiative.
Defence Helicopter

Bell expresses confidence in US Army FARA process at Paris Air Show, despite Congressional calls for scrutiny

21st June 2023

Bell highlighted the US Army's solid programme footing and clearly defined objectives for the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft amid calls for an analysis of alternatives from US lawmakers.
Defence Helicopter

Paris Air Show: Airbus aims to qualify new Nexter gun pod on H225M helicopter

21st June 2023

Since April 2023, Airbus Helicopters has been carrying out flight qualification firing of Nexter's NC 621 gun pod on an H225M Caracal helicopter. The pod …
Air Warfare

PBS unveils new auxiliary power unit at Paris Air Show

20th June 2023

Czech engine manufacturer PBS has launched its SPARK40 auxiliary power unit during the Paris Air Show on 20 June.
Air Warfare

Safran nears $1.8 billion deal to acquire Raytheon flight controls unit, reports

15th June 2023

France’s Safran is said to be nearing an approximately $1,8 billion deal to acquire a Raytheon Technologies unit that makes flight controls for various aircraft and missiles.
Defence Helicopter

BAE to adapt Archerfish mine disposal system for South Korea

13th June 2023

BAE Systems has won a contract to adapt its Archerfish mine disposal system for Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) as part of South Korea’s effort to develop a new anti-mine helicopter fleet.
Training

CAE wins US Air Force helicopter introductory training contract

13th June 2023

CAE has been awarded the USAF Rotary Wing Introductory Flight Training (IFT-R) contract to support Air Education and Training Command (AETC).
Air Warfare

Argentina, Uruguay continue search for new combat aircraft

13th June 2023

Argentina has held discussions with India's HAL about acquiring Tejas fast jets and helicopters, while Uruguay awaits funding for an A-37 Dragonfly replacement.
Air Warfare

Hero loitering munition air-launched from helicopter in US Army demo

13th June 2023

UVision has successfully demonstrated the airborne launch and engagement of a ground target by its Hero 120 loitering munition, fired from a Bell 412 helicopter.
Defence Helicopter

Safran targets doublng helicopter engine production in a year

9th June 2023

Under the leadership of new CEO Cedric Goubet, Safran Helicopter Engines is gearing up to double its production output in the next 18 months Despite facing significant supply chain disruptions.
Air Warfare

New $156 million deal to advance UK aircrew training

8th June 2023

The initiative under the UK Military Flying Training System (UKMFTS) will equip Royal Navy observers and Royal Air Force weapon system officers with the skills to operate advanced aircraft.
Air Warfare

Lockheed hopeful of Armed Black Hawk deal for Polish Army amid increased defence spending

8th June 2023

The Polish government is significantly increasing its defence budget and looks to grow its armed forces in an efforts to counter Russia's perceived threat. Under these plans, there is place for Armed Black Hawk attack helicopters next to the AW149s and Apaches.
Air Warfare

Malaysian Army leases Black Hawk helicopters

7th June 2023

Malaysia is leasing a quartet of Black Hawks, giving the army its first taste of operating the American-built helicopter.