US Greenlights $428M in Apache, Howitzer Support Deals for India
The US State Department has cleared potential military support deals worth a combined $428.2 million for India’s Apache rotary-wing aircraft and ultra-light howitzers.
US Approves $4.2B in Helicopter Sales to South Korea
The United States said Monday it had approved the sale of more than $4 billion in military helicopters to South Korea, which has vowed to buy more US weapons as it defends against the North.
US Greenlights Jet Ranger X Helicopter Sale to Philippines
The US Department of State has approved a $150-million foreign military sale of Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopters to the Philippines.
Near Earth Targets Marine Logistics With Self-Flying Cargo Helicopter Concept
A Pittsburgh-based firm is looking to help the US Marine Corps tackle logistics challenges in high-risk environments with a self-flying cargo aircraft concept aimed at safer resupply missions.
US Army Advances Threat Detection System Program With Northrop Contract
Northrop Grumman has received a US Army contract to continue development of its Improved Threat Detection System.
Bell Textron, Korea Aerospace Partner on High Speed Helicopter Program
Bell Textron and Korea Aerospace Industries will examine potential solutions for the High Speed Medium Utility Helicopter program.
US Army Breaks Ground on Major Electromagnetic Test Center in Alabama
The US Army has begun construction of a long-planned electromagnetic testing complex at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, launching the Military Systems Electromagnetic Test Support facility with a groundbreaking ceremony.
USMC Awards Sikorsky $15.5M Deal for R66 Turbinetruck Cargo Helicopter
The US Marine Corps has selected the autonomous R66 Turbinetruck cargo helicopter for its Medium Aerial Resupply Vehicle – Expeditionary Logistics Increment 2 program, awarding Sikorsky a $15.5-million contract.
AI That Fixes Maintenance Data Chaos Wins in US Army Challenge
The US Army’s latest artificial intelligence data and analytics competition has come to a close, pushing teams to go beyond concepts and assemble deployable solutions that solve actual field problems.
Sikorsky Lands $65M US Army Deal for Black Hawk Advanced Procurement
Lockheed Martin segment Sikorsky Aircraft has signed a $65-million contract for advanced procurement in support of 10 new UH-60M Black Hawks for the US Army.
USAF Seeks Advanced Infrared Countermeasures for HH-60W Jolly Green II
The US Air Force has launched a market survey to equip its HH-60W Jolly Green II combat search and rescue helicopters with an Advanced Infrared Countermeasures system, boosting protection against modern infrared-guided missiles.
M1 Advances to Final Stage of US Army’s New Helicopter Training Program
The US Army has selected M1 Support Services to advance to the fourth and final phase of its Flight School Next competition.
‘200-Kg Lift Capacity’: Poland Launches Autonomous Helicopter for Logistics Ops
Poland is advancing battlefield logistics with a new autonomous cargo helicopter capable of hauling 200 kilograms even in GPS-denied or electronic warfare environments.
Elbit Develops Airborne Laser Weapon for Helicopters and Fighter Jets
Israel is bringing directed-energy weapons into the air, with Elbit Systems developing high-powered lasers for military aircraft under a new defense contract.
US Army Demos Launched Effects From Apache in Warfighting Experiment
The US Army is boosting the lethality of its AH-64 Apache helicopters by integrating a next-gen capability in a recent warfighting experiment.
Sikorsky, Robinson Unveil Tablet-Controlled Cargo Helicopter
Sikorsky and Robinson Helicopter Company are aiming to redefine cargo delivery and resupply with the R66 TURBINETRUCK, a new autonomous helicopter built for a wide range of missions.
Northrop Grumman to Supply Aircraft Defense Systems for Germany’s Chinook Fleet
Northrop Grumman will provide its proprietary Common Infrared Countermeasures system to Germany for the first time, supplying defensive technology for the country’s future CH-47 Chinook helicopter fleet.
One Button to Fly: Moog Demos Full UH‑60 Automation From Liftoff to Landing
New York-based Moog Inc. has taken aviation a step further by pairing its GRC 4000 system with the Black Hawk’s Genesys Avionics Suite in a recent demonstration.
Norway, UK Ink Helicopter Pact to Boost Naval Integration in High North
Norway and the UK have signed a cooperation agreement permitting British military helicopters to embark on Norwegian Armed Forces warships and deploy from the service’s installations.
UK to Award Leonardo $1.3 Billion Military Helicopter Contract
The UK government is set to award Italian defense company Leonardo a contract to build a new fleet of military helicopters, a source close to the matter told AFP Friday.
Airbus Sets Out New Military Helicopter Concepts for NATO
Airbus has answered NATO’s call for the next generation of rotorcraft, unveiling concepts designed for high-speed flights and operational flexibility.
Tata, Airbus Open H125 Helicopter Factory in India
Airbus and Tata Advanced Systems Limited have inaugurated a final assembly line for the H125 helicopter in Karnataka, India.
US Army Shortlists Three Teams for New Helicopter Training Program
The US Army has approved three companies to continue their bid on the Flight School Next program, which seeks a new platform and related processes for basic helicopter training.
Elbit to Upgrade Israel’s Future CH-53K Helicopters With Local Systems
Israel has awarded Elbit Systems a $130-million contract to outfit indigenous aviation systems on the country’s future CH-53K Pereh heavy-lift helicopters.
