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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.

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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.

Air Warfare

Sikorsky given DARPA fund to install autonomy on US Army Black Hawk

The Lockheed Martin company plans to integrate the MATRIX system into the MX helicopter by 2025.

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Eurocopter multi-role EC645 military helicopter to make its debut at the 2010 Eurosatory exhibition

14th June 2010

The newest member of Eurocopter's military helicopter family will be shown for the first time at next week's Eurosatory defense exhibition with the EC645's unveiling …
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ILA 2010: NH90 to go up against Cyclone and AW101 in German Navy competition

11th June 2010

Following Sikorsky's announcement it is offering the Cyclone variant of the S-92, Eurocopter has entered the fray by pitching the NH90 for the German Navy's Sea King …
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ILA 2010: Bertling tackles NH90 and Tiger problems head on

10th June 2010

Eurocopter CEO Lutz Bertling has been tackling critics of Tiger helicopter at the Berlin airshow. Bertling's comments follow weeks of damning press coverage over a …
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ILA 2010: Afghanistan proving need for CH-53K

9th June 2010

The work being carried out by the fleets of CH-53Ds and CH-53Es in Afghanistan is 'validating' the need for their replacement, according to a US …
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ILA 2010: Dutch crews pleased with NH90 capabilities

9th June 2010

The Netherlands Defence Helicopter Command has been impressed with the capabilities of the NH90 NATO Frigate Helicopter (NFH), according to crews spoken to by Rotorhub.com. …
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ILA 2010: Sikorsky to offer Cyclone for German Air Force, Navy requirements

8th June 2010

Sikorsky is to offer its H-92 derivative, the Cyclone, to meet the needs of the German Air Force and the German Navy.The company is hoping …
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ILA 2010: CH-53GA makes its debut

8th June 2010

Eurocopter's upgraded CH-53GA transport helicopter made its public debut at the ILA Airshow on 8 June. The aircraft on display is the second prototype, which …
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MD Helicopters announces MD Explorer sale to People's Republic of China

8th June 2010

MD Helicopters, Inc (MDHI) and Avion Pacific Limited (AVION), MD's Distributor for Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, announce a sales contract with Jiang Su …
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MD Helicopters delivers Mexican Navy refurbished MD Explorer

8th June 2010

MD Helicopters, Inc. (MDHI) has delivered the fourth in a fleet of Mexican Navy refurbished MD Explorers from its Mesa, Arizona based Factory Service Center. …
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Russian Helicopters eye European market to introduce innovative technology

8th June 2010

Russian Helicopters is planning to use the European market as a platform to promote Russian innovative technology in helicopter production. The growing Russian helicopter industry, …
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RAF's Bravo November returns from Afghanistan

8th June 2010

Almost thirty years since it entered service, veteran of the Falklands campaign, the RAF's ZA718 Chinook helicopter, or 'Bravo November' as it is better known, …
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Composite tail rotor blades now available for OH-58 helicopter

8th June 2010

OH-58 helicopter operators now have an aftermarket choice for tail rotor blades. The FAA recently issued an amended Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Van …
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Sikorsky Aerospace services Announces first Light Utility Helicopter contractor logistics support site outside the continental US

7th June 2010

Sikorsky Aerospace Services announced today the first offshore Full Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) site for the US Army's UH-72A Lakota Light Utility Helicopter (LUH). This …
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Boeing secures all rights to AgustaWestland AW101 for US Navy VXX Presidential Helicopter Program

7th June 2010

Boeing has announced that it will secure a license from AgustaWestland for US production of the AW101 medium-lift helicopter as an entry into the US …
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RAF pilot honoured for courage in Afghanistan

7th June 2010

A Chinook pilot from RAF Odiham was presented with a Distinguished Flying Cross for his 'superior flying skills' in Afghanistan at a prestigious ceremony at …
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First S-70i Black Hawk helicopter enters flight test program

4th June 2010

The first S-70i Black Hawk helicopter, built at Sikorsky Aircraft Corp.'s company in Poland, PZL Mielec, has entered the flight test program at Sikorsky's Development …
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Eurocopter unveils NH90 MedEvac variant at ILA Berlin Air Show

3rd June 2010

Eurocopter will be presenting an NH90 in the Forward Air MedEvac (Medical Evacuation) configuration for the first time at ILA 2010 in Berlin. Designed to …
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The French Navy takes delivery of its first NH90 NFH

3rd June 2010

NHIndustries is pleased to announce the delivery occurred on May 5th of the first NH90 NFH helicopter to the French Navy. The French Forces have …
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Eurocopter to display its latest-generation product range at the 2010 ILA Berlin Air Show

3rd June 2010

Eurocopter, the world's leading helicopter manufacturer in the civil and public services markets, will utilize this year's ILA Berlin Air Show to highlight the company's …