Following the Netherlands' acquisition of the C-390 Millennium aircraft, Embraer enhances its presence in the Netherlands through industrial and research participation

Embraer expands role in Netherlands with industrial and research collaboration

November 22, 2024

Embraer has made significant strides in strengthening its industrial and research cooperation with the Netherlands, aligning with Dutch initiatives to enhance the Netherlands Defense Technology and Industrial Base (NLDTIB). This collaboration builds on the Netherlands’ acquisition of the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft and reinforces Embraer’s commitment to fostering strong partnerships with the Dutch defence

PZL Mielec has successfully completed production and delivered the final two S-70i™ Black Hawk® multi-role helicopters to the Polish Armed Forces

PZL Mielec completes delivery of S-70i Black Hawk helicopter to Polish Armed Forces

November 21, 2024

PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company, has successfully completed production and delivered the final two S-70i™ Black Hawk® multi-role helicopters contracted for the Polish Armed Forces. This delivery marks the conclusion of a four-aircraft agreement signed in December 2021. “This delivery of the last two contracted Black Hawk helicopters brings the Polish Armed Forces’ fleet

The Peruvian Air Force receives the first Beechcraft King Air 360CHW special missions aircraft

Peruvian Air Force takes delivery of first King Air 360CHW

November 20, 2024

The Peruvian Air Force has taken delivery of the first of two multi-mission Beechcraft King Air 360CHW aircraft from Textron Aviation. Designed for heavy-weight operation and equipped with a cargo door, the King Air 360CHW is a versatile aircraft tailored to meet the demands of diverse missions. Bob Gibbs, Vice President of Special Mission Sales

The first of up to 82 H145Ms for Germany was delivered in less than a year from contract signing

Airbus Helicopters delivers first H145M to Germany in record time

November 18, 2024

Less than a year after signing the contract, Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first of up to 82 H145M helicopters to Germany from its Donauwörth site. The German Armed Forces, or Bundeswehr, have officially designated the new helicopters as “Leichter Kampfhubschrauber” (light combat helicopter), abbreviated as LKH. These versatile aircraft are designed for training, reconnaissance,

Collins Aerospace will equip the UK Royal Air Force’s new H-47 Chinook helicopters with its CAAS

Collins Aerospace to equip UK Chinooks with advanced avionics

November 15, 2024

Collins Aerospace has secured a US$19 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense to equip the UK Royal Air Force’s new H-47 Chinook helicopters with its common avionics architecture system (CAAS). This avionics management suite will align the UK’s Chinook fleet with the U.S. Chinooks, featuring advanced digital cockpit displays and applications to enhance

Swedish Ministry of Defence selects Embraer C-390 Millennium as new tactical transport aircraft

November 11, 2024

The Swedish Ministry of Defence has announced the selection of the Embraer C-390 Millennium as Sweden’s new tactical transport aircraft. This strategic choice from another North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) member country marks the first acquisition of the C-390 in Northern Europe, highlighting Sweden’s commitment to advancing its defence capabilities with cutting-edge aircraft. Embraer already

Airbus will deliver 19 H135 helicopters for training RCAF pilots © Airbus Helicopters - Dianne Bond

Airbus H135 helicopters to train RCAF pilots

November 5, 2024

Airbus Helicopters has secured a significant contract with SkyAlyne, a Canadian joint venture between CAE and KF Aerospace, to deliver 19 H135 helicopters for training Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) pilots. This is the first instance of Airbus helicopters entering service with the Canadian Armed Forces. The H135 aircraft, renowned for its advanced twin-engine capabilities

Rendering of the BACN eighth aircraft © Bombardier Defense

Bombardier Defense delivers eighth Global jet to USAF BACN programme

November 4, 2024

Bombardier Defense has announced the delivery of its eighth Global jet to the United States Air Force (USAF) for its Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) programme. This delivery is part of an ongoing multi-year contract between Bombardier and the USAF, valued at nearly US$465 million. Under previous agreements, Bombardier Defense has already delivered seven Global

Embraer to supply training solutions for Dutch C-390 Millennium fleet

November 4, 2024

Embraer will provide a suite of training solutions for the Royal Netherlands Air Force’s C-390 Millennium fleet. The agreement includes a full-flight simulator, a cargo handling station trainer developed in collaboration with Rheinmetall, and a computer-based trainer (CBT) developed with ETI. All training solutions are expected to be operational by the end of 2026. “The

Greece has purchased 35 Sikorsky-built UH-60M Black Hawks via the U.S. government

Greece strengthens defence with 35 new Black Hawk helicopters

October 30, 2024

The U.S. Government has awarded Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, a Foreign Military Sale contract to supply 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to Greece. This agreement, intended for the Hellenic Army, includes personnel training, specialised training equipment and an initial supply package. These additions will boost Greece’s self-defence capabilities and improve interoperability with NATO allies.

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