First Batch of Modernized Dutch Apache Echo Helicopters Now Combat-Ready
The Netherlands Ministry of Defense announced that the first batch of modernized Dutch Apache Echo attack helicopters is now combat-ready. Located at Gilze-Rijen Air Base, the initial four aircraft have been prepared for operational deployment both domestically and internationally
Germany Approves Procurement of Puma Simulator, Practice Rockets for Tiger Helicopter
The Budget Committee of the German Bundestag approved the procurement of the AGDUS (Ausbildungsgerät Duellsimulator) system for the infantry fighting vehicle Puma on April 10. Additionally, supplementary practice rockets will be purchased for the Tiger attack helicopter
MD Helicopters to Showcase AH-530 Block I Helicopter Fitted with New Avionics,...
MD Helicopters (MDH) will be presenting an AH-530 Block II precision weapons helicopter equipped with its new Integrated Avionics and Weapons System at the Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit in Denver, Colorado. This helicopter, designed for training and combat roles, features reconfigurable avionics and mission systems aimed at enhancing mission effectiveness...
Japan Coast Guard Orders Airbus H225 Helicopters
The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has expanded its fleet of Airbus H225 helicopters with an order for three additional aircraft, bringing its total H225 fleet to 18. As the largest Super Puma operator in Japan, the JCG received three H225s in December 2023 and one in February 2024, contributing to the...
Honduras Adds Airbus H145 Helicopters to Air Force Fleet
The Ministry of Defense of Honduras has acquired two additional Airbus H145 helicopters, expanding the fleet to bolster operations within the Honduran Air Force. These newly acquired helicopters are intended for passenger and cargo transport, search and rescue operations, firefighting, and medical evacuation across the region
Lockheed Martin Partners with Intel, Altera to Enhance U.S. Navy MH-60R Helicopter...
Lockheed Martin has announced a strategic collaboration with Intel Corporation and Altera, an Intel Company, to enhance the capabilities of the U.S
Greece OKs UH-60M Black Hawk Purchase
Greece finalized its intent to acquire 35 Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters through a U.S
Leonardo, New Zealand Industry Sign MoU to Offer AW159 Helicopter to NZ...
Leonardo has presented its AW159 Wildcat helicopter as a potential solution for the New Zealand Defense Force's (NZDF) Maritime Helicopter Replacement (MHR) program. As part of this proposal, Leonardo intends to establish a Wildcat Support Centre (NZ) at the RNZAF base in Auckland, pending successful participation in the MHR program
Greece OKs Purchase of Black Hawk Helicopters
The Greek House Arms Committee approved the procurement of 35 UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters on Tuesday. This was reported by Greek publication
Colombia Declines U.S. Offer to Buy its Mi-17 Helicopters for Transfer to...
Colombia has declined a $300 million U.S
North Macedonia Signs Contract to Buy Leonardo AW149, AW169M Helicopters
North Macedonia has finalized a contract valued at almost €250 million with Leonardo Helicopters to supply four AW149 and AW169M helicopters each. The agreement was signed by Defense Minister Slavjanka Petrovska and Leonardo Vice President Cesare Cacha in Skopje on March 26
First AH-1Z Viper Arrives at Bell's Facility for Structural Improvement Electrical Power...
The first Bell AH-1Z Viper set to undergo the Structural Improvement Electrical Power Upgrade (SIEPU) modification has arrived at Bell's Amarillo Assembly Center. SIEPU modifications aim to optimize the AH-1Z Viper by increasing its electrical power capacity, enhancing aircrew safety, and improving interoperability
American Hypersonic Missiles in Sight as Russia Forms First S-500 Air Defense...
Houthi Missile Hits Israel’s Tel Aviv, 16 Injured
Poland Orders Four Reconnaissance Microsatellites
U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Helicopter Makes Emergency Landing
Russian Su-57 and Chinese J-20 as Alternatives to the American F-35 Stealth Fighter
As the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter jet enters serial production, the debate over how it stacks up against the American...
NATO’s Intensified Exercises a Prep to Attack Russia?
Recent NATO exercises such as the BALTOPS-24, Steadfast Defender 2024 and its first-ever Basic Fighter Maneuvers exercise have been its...
Precision in the Skies: The Evolution of Loitering Munitions
Loitering munitions - drones that hover over a target and blow up near it - have become the weapon of...
Is the Patriot Air Defense System Outdated?
After Israel revealed its decision to decommission its U
Russia's Growing Influence in Africa: Arms Sales and Military Bases
Russia's expanding influence in Africa, demonstrated by arms sales, military deployments, and diplomatic engagements, reflects a significant geopolitical shift on...