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Norway cleared for possible $2.6 billion HH-60W helicopter FMS

14th July 2025

The possible sale for nine HH-60W by the US government could make Norway the first Foreign Military Sale customer for the rescue and combat helicopter and add to the country’s ongoing acquisition of Sikorsky-made helicopters.

Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

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Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

30th June 2025

The company has tested over 15 mission sets for the drone, with the rotorcraft used to demonstrate the viability of armed forces utilising large uncrewed aerial systems’ (UAS) for autonomous missions in the future.

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  • France’s Joint Light Helicopter programme advances with H160M flight tests

    France’s Joint Light Helicopter programme advances with H160M flight tests

  • Singapore investigates rotary-wing crewed-uncrewed teaming

    Singapore investigates rotary-wing crewed-uncrewed teaming

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    Tiltrotor: The Long-Range Maneuver Solution

  • Norway cleared for possible $2.6 billion HH-60W helicopter FMS

    Norway cleared for possible $2.6 billion HH-60W helicopter FMS

  • France’s Joint Light Helicopter programme advances with H160M flight tests

    France’s Joint Light Helicopter programme advances with H160M flight tests

  • Singapore investigates rotary-wing crewed-uncrewed teaming

    Singapore investigates rotary-wing crewed-uncrewed teaming

  • Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

    Leonardo’s Proteus structural tests “nearing completion” ahead of first flight

  • US Army progresses with the Flight School Next project

    US Army progresses with the Flight School Next project

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Airbus to deliver 19 H135 training helicopters to Royal Canadian Air Force

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Airbus to deliver 19 H135 training helicopters to Royal Canadian Air Force

4th November 2024

The agreement includes H135 acquisition, support and services, support for the development of a ground-based training solution and advanced engineering support. Deliveries for the aircraft are expected to commence in the first half of 2026.

Sikorsky’s UH-60M Black Hawk given boost as Greece and Australia share fleet updates

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Sikorsky’s UH-60M Black Hawk given boost as Greece and Australia share fleet updates

29th October 2024

Australia and Greece are among a group of nations who have recently placed orders for UH-60M Black Hawks to replace their ageing fleets and boost their armed forces’ operational capabilities.

European next-generation rotorcraft programme moves closer to reality through new MoU

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European next-generation rotorcraft programme moves closer to reality through new MoU

21st October 2024

Launched in 2020 and managed by NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), the Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) programme aims to replace medium multi-role capabilities ending their life cycle in 2035 and beyond.

Northrop Grumman shows off new M230 Chain Gun at AUSA

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Northrop Grumman shows off new M230 Chain Gun at AUSA

16th October 2024

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.

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

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

16th October 2024

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

‘Never done before’: tiltrotor technology and the future battlespace

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‘Never done before’: tiltrotor technology and the future battlespace

14th October 2024

In conversation... Bell's Frank Lazzara talks to Shephard's Gerrard Cowan about the potential of tiltrotor designs to revolutionize U.S. Army maneuver operations, and how the technology could transform other mission sets across DoD and inte...

Italy looks to advance development of airborne electronic warfare initiatives

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Italy looks to advance development of airborne electronic warfare initiatives

14th October 2024

Italy’s ELT Group involvement in airborne electronic warfare initiatives, including developing systems for the Eurofighter Typhoon and future sixth-generation combat aircraft, has been focused on integrated sensing, non-kinetic effects and ...

UK Royal Navy Wildcat fires Sea Venom anti-ship missile

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UK Royal Navy Wildcat fires Sea Venom anti-ship missile

9th October 2024

The Wildcat is fitted with .50cal gun and carries Stingray torpedoes and Marlet lightweight missiles. Sea Venom substantially boosts the platform’s punch.

Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

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Thailand-bound AH-6i helicopter completes first flight

4th October 2024

A total of eight aircraft will replace the Royal Thai Army’s ageing AH-IF Cobra fleet as part of a contract deal worth US$103.8 million.

Florida firm wins Bell 412 maintenance training contract in El Salvador

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Florida firm wins Bell 412 maintenance training contract in El Salvador

2nd October 2024

The deal, ECS’s 12th contract under the Enterprise Training Services Contract (ETSC) programme, will run from late-August 2024 to late-August 2025.

How temporary funding could affect the US military’s critical acquisition programmes

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How temporary funding could affect the US military’s critical acquisition programmes

25th September 2024

Operating under continuing resolutions would affect Patriot, Virginia-class, Columbia-class and B-21 programmes.

The Philippines prepares for high-end fighter operations

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The Philippines prepares for high-end fighter operations

24th September 2024

The Southeast Asian country’s air force is broadening the warfighting mission sets of its FA-50PH by shifting focus towards offensive counter air, defensive counter air and ground attack missions.

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