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Land Warfare

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.

Defence Notes

Spain unveils new multi-billion euro defence investment plan

The new plan outlined how Spain would reach 2% of its GDP spend on defence by 2025, with €1.9 billion earmarked for new equipment acquisition with several land, naval and air platforms disclosed to be replaced or upgraded.

Air Warfare

Airbus awaits USMC decision on Logistics Connector programme

Airbus has been advancing development of its uncrewed MQ-72C Logistics Connector for the US Marine Corps, with a decision on the programme expected in early 2026.

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Technology gives Apache block III more lift, capability, landing ability

2nd March 2010

The US Army is leveraging cutting-edge technologies from its Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) to give the Block III Apache aircraft increased power, lift, maneuverability …
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Storm Xynthia spurs French helicopters into action

2nd March 2010

French Air Force and Navy helicopters have gone into action rescuing people affected by Storm Xynthia over the weekend. The storm struck on Saturday night …
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NH-90 in Norway

2nd March 2010

Finnish NH-90 crews taking part in Exercise Cold Response 2010 have had the honour of landing the first NH-90 at Bardufoss Air Station, the future …
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German CH53s: better and safer in the air

2nd March 2010

The upgraded CH-53GA has completed its maiden flight in the Bavarian skies over Donauwörth. This flight took place three years after signing the contract for …
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Metalexport wins the contract for Polish Mi-17 helicopters for Afghanistan

1st March 2010

The tender for the delivery of further five Mi-17 helicopters for the Polish Military contingent in Afghanistan has been concluded, Minister Bogdan Klich informed during …
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Swedish Helicopter units prepare for worldwide operations

26th February 2010

The first Swedish AgustaWestland AW109s - locally designated Hkp15 - have been modified in Italy ready for anti-piracy operations in Africa. The helicopters will then …
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New Chinook CH-47 helicopters

26th February 2010

The Minister for Defence, Senator John Faulkner, today announced that the Government has given second pass approval to a major project to acquire seven CH‑47F …
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New Australian Naval Combat Helicopter

26th February 2010

The Minister for Defence, Senator John Faulkner, today announced that the Government has given first pass approval for a major project to provide the Australian …
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Apaches take less aggressive role in Iraq

26th February 2010

As the role of US forces turns from a kinetic, action-oriented posture to a supporting role for the Iraqi Army and Police, unit missions must …
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Enstrom Helicopter wins Royal Thai Army training programme

26th February 2010

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation would like to announce that they will be providing 16 480B advanced turbine training helicopters for the Royal Thai Army. The 480B …
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Russian Helicopters choses latest version of the Ardiden family for the Ka-62

26th February 2010

The Turbomeca Ardiden 3G engine has been chosen by Russian Helicopters, JSC for the upgraded Ka-62, in the frame of the Protocol of Intentions signed …
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Boeing Signs AU$44M contract expansion for Australian Army rotary wing support

26th February 2010

Boeing has signed an AU$44 million change proposal with the Commonwealth of Australia to increase the scope of the Army Aviation Training and Training Support …
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Aviall, Bristow sign parts supply agreement

26th February 2010

Aviall Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Boeing Company, has reached an agreement to provide a global parts supply program for the helicopter divisions and …
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AUSA Winter 2010: Heavy lift initial focus for new army aviation brigade

26th February 2010

The US Army is focusing on heavy lift helicopters first as it moves to stand up a 13th combat aviation brigade (CAB), according to its …
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Lockheed Martin awarded Apache M-TADS/PNVS performance based logistics follow-on contract

24th February 2010

The US Army awarded Lockheed Martin a follow-on Performance Based Logistics (PBL) contract to support the Target Acquisition Designation Sight/Pilot Night Vision Sensor (TADS/PNVS) and …
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LONGBOW LLC awarded $86 million to support and sustain UK Apache Attack helicopters

23rd February 2010

The LONGBOW Limited Liability Company, a joint venture of Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman, was recently awarded an $86 million contract from AgustaWestland to support …
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Timken to outfit US Army Apache choppers

23rd February 2010

The Timken Company's Aerospace and Defense business has received an order to provide an emergency supply of left-hand engine nose gearboxes for aftermarket use on …
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Sikorsky Aerospace Services teams with LORD Corporation for worldwide distribution agreement

23rd February 2010

Sikorsky Aerospace Services at Heli-Expo today announced the signing of a worldwide supply agreement with LORD Corporation of Cary, N.C., to distribute the LORD high-capacity …
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US Army selects SRT helicopters

23rd February 2010

SRT Helicopters, the world's leading provider of high risk operational services and training, recently conducted a mountain flying and pre-deployment training course for the US …