MAKS debuts for latest versions of Russian attack helicopters
Russian Helicopters has showcased the latest production versions of a pair of its attack helicopters at MAKS this week, with the Mil Mi-28NM and Kamov Ka-52M making their public debuts at the Zhukovsky event.
Boeing upbeat on Asia CH-47 sales; Indonesia MV-22 deal far from imminent
Boeing sees the humanitarian and disaster relief mission continuing to drive sales of the CH-47 Chinook helicopter in the Asia-Pacific, but hints that a possible Indonesian deal for the eight MV-22 Ospreys is far from a certainty.
Sikorsky-Boeing SB-1 Defiant lifts 2,400kg as flight testing continues
The Sikorsky-Boeing SB-1 Defiant rotorcraft demonstrated the ability to lift a 2,400kg (5,300lb) sling load in a recent test flight.
Boeing says time is right for Asia Apache upgrades
Boeing says the health of the US AH-64E production line is an important consideration for militaries who are considering upgrading their legacy AH-64Ds.
Bell restarts UH-1Y Venom helicopter production for Czech Republic order
Bell has restarted UH-1Y Venom utility helicopter production to fulfil an order placed by the Czech Republic in late 2019.
Ka-226T ‘Climber’ helicopter breaks cover at MAKS
Russian Helicopters has unveiled an upgraded variant of the Kamov Ka-226T light-twin at the MAKS air show.
Gearbox tests to validate torque increase on AW101 helicopters
Leonardo Helicopters is hoping next year to conduct a hot and high test campaign in the USA of a main gearbox (MGB) upgrade for the AW101 that will significantly increase lift capability.
Lockheed Martin UK eyeing Black Hawk bid for Puma successor deal
Airbus and Leonardo are likely to face an additional rival in pursuit of the UK military’s New Multirole Helicopter requirement, with Lockheed Martin’s UK operation also eyeing an offer based on the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk.
Canada prepares to launch multibillion-dollar pilot training revamp ahead of fighter order
As the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) upgrades its fleet with new aircraft, including the upcoming purchase of 88 advanced fighter jets, it is revamping pilot training through a multibillion-dollar programme called Future Aircrew Training (FAcT).
How carrier strike deployment is flying the flag for UK trade
With the Royal Navy’s Carrier Strike Group 21 deployment now set to enter its Indo-Pacific-region phase, the UK will be using the activity to strengthen both its military and trade relations with existing allies and potential new partners.