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US services test Raytheon ASTARTE AI-enabled software system

The solution was evaluated by the US Army and Air Force during the Project Convergence Capstone 5.

Why is the defence market “exploding exponentially” for autonomous targeting capabilities?

Solutions that identify, engage and destroy targets with minimal or no human intervention are becoming critical on tomorrow’s battlefield.

Hegseth issues rallying cry for army transformation

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has outlined an ambitious plan to reform, reshape and redirect the US Army in an overhaul which would see a reduction in formations and less manned attack helicopters.

Air Warfare

Italian Army receives first UH-169D light utility helicopter

The delivery is the first in a total of 25 helicopters on order, with all deliveries expected to be completed by 2027.

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Helicopters a 'quantum leap' for New Zealand

15th June 2010

NH90 helicopters will be a quantum leap forward for the Royal New Zealand Air Force when they start entering service next year, says Defence Minister …
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Raytheon to develop new airborne TOW launcher

14th June 2010

Raytheon Company will develop an airborne launcher designed to employ radio frequency-guided TOW (tube-launched, optically-tracked, wireless-guided) missiles. The new TOW airborne launcher will be compatible …
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Eurosatory 2010: Eurocopter unveils new EC645

14th June 2010

Eurocopter has publicly unveiled the new EC645 medium multirole helicopter, using the launch to display its Stand Alone Weapon System (SAWS) concept. A militarised version …
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Eurosatory 2010: Upgrade package offered for Gazelle

14th June 2010

French company Aerotec Group is offering a complete upgrade of the Gazelle light reconnaissance and attack helicopter, including new mission and sensor systems and armament …
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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 …