Airbus Helicopters has launched the flight test campaign for the prototype of the NH90 Standard 2. This configuration, developed specifically for the French Army Aviation to support special forces operations, is one of the latest NH90 variants. The French Ministry for Armed Forces has ordered 18 NH90s in the Standard 2 configuration. Flight testing will
The Kingdom of Belgium has entered into a contract to procure 15 multi-role H145M helicopters for its army and two helicopters, plus three options, for its Federal Police. The agreement was signed between the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), on behalf of Belgium and Airbus Helicopters. The H145M is a versatile military helicopter offering
Rolls-Royce Deutschland and ITP Aero have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the design, development, manufacture and support of a cutting-edge Wingman Engine, aimed at large remote carriers. During the MoU signing ceremony, a mock-up of the Wingman Engine concept was unveiled, showcasing the power and propulsion solution to a wide audience
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is conducting flight tests to refine the control laws and aerodynamics of a novel vertical take-off and landing un-crewed aerial system (VTOL/UAS). These tests aim to demonstrate the efficiency and scalability of a twin proprotor ‘rotor blown wing’ configuration that takes off and lands vertically like a helicopter and transitions
Safran Electrical & Power has signed an agreement with Bell Textron to supply starter-generation systems for the U.S. Army’s future long-range assault aircraft (FLRAA) programme. The advanced high-voltage starter-generator system, developed by Safran, will meet the evolving electrical needs of military aircraft with its high-speed rotor and advanced power electronics, ensuring excellent control and reliability.
The Eurodrone programme has successfully completed the Preliminary Design Review (PDR). Led by Airbus Defence and Space as the prime contractor, this significant milestone in the programme was achieved with OCCAR and representatives from the four customer nations (France, Germany, Italy, and Spain), along with the three major sub-contractors (MSCs) – Airbus Defence and Space
GE Aerospace has announced the completion of the next series of testing on its XA100 adaptive cycle engine, marking a step forward in advancing this next-generation technology for future combat aircraft. Adaptive cycle engines play a crucial role in ensuring U.S. combat aircraft maintain their superiority, offering 30% greater range and significantly enhanced thermal management
Airbus has finalised the acquisition of Aerovel, a U.S.-based company renowned for its unmanned aerial system (UAS), Flexrotor, enhancing Airbus’s array of tactical unmanned solutions. Flexrotor is a compact tactical unmanned aerial system specially crafted for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, and reconnaissance (ISTAR) missions both at sea and on land. “We see more and more
Airbus Helicopters has finalised a deal with the Ministry of Defence of Brunei for the purchase of six H145M helicopters. Brunei’s acquisition of the H145Ms, replacing its ageing BO105 fleet, aims to augment the air force’s operational capabilities for tasks such as close air support and aerial surveillance. The H145M is a versatile military helicopter
The U.S. Air Force has awarded Boeing a US$178 million contract to produce seven MH-139A aircraft and provide sustainment and training support, bringing the total number of aircraft under contract to 26. “Building the Grey Wolf fleet and paving the way towards full-rate production is a critical step in supporting the Air Force’s modernisation priorities,”
