All Helicopters articles – Page 29
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NewsUS Army studies data fusion for FARA and FLRAA as pilot cognitive overload hits ‘tipping point’
The US Army is calling for ideas from US aerospace manufacturers for dealing with cognitive overload in its next-generation rotorcraft. The call for white papers comes ahead of the service’s plans to launch a “Holistic Situational Awareness—Decision Making” development programme in fiscal year 2021.
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First CH-53K King Stallion simulator delivered to US Marine Corps
The first Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion simulator was delivered to US Marine Corps (USMC) Air Station New River in Jacksonville, North Carolina.
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BAE completes purchase of Raytheon airborne radios business
BAE Systems has finalised its planned purchase of Raytheon’s airborne tactical radios business, completing a disposal process mandated as part of the US company’s recent merger with United Technologies.
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First image of Racer helicopter’s completed cockpit breaks cover
Airbus Helicopters has offered a first glimpse of the ‘face’ of its high-speed Racer technology demonstrator with the release of an image of the completed nose section.
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AH-64E versus AH-1Z competition in Philippines brews with US sale approval
The US State Department has approved the possible sale of six Boeing AH-64E Apache and six Bell AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters to Manila.
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Why the US Air Force’s eVTOL effort helps private investor confidence
With the financial impact of the coronavirus looming over the lead funders of the development of electric-vertical-takeoff-and-landing aircraft, the nascent industry is set to receive a small boost from the US Air Force in calendar year 2020.
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Elbit wins EW deal from Asia-Pacific customer
Elbit Systems has secured a $103 million contract to provide electronic warfare (EW) suites for helicopters operated by an Asia-Pacific air force. “Demand for combat-proven EW systems is getting stronger as the electro-magnetic spectrum becomes increasingly contested and the threat to aircraft gets more acute,” says Elbit executive vice ...
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US Army UH-60V upgrade, including digital cockpit, finishes initial operational test and evaluation
The US Army’s UH-60V upgrade package, which enhances the “L” variant of the Sikorsky Black Hawk, has completed initial operational test and evaluation.
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In depth
Why air launched effects and long-range missiles are critical to US Army
After recent drone demonstrations, the US Army says it is one step closer to developing the aircraft and weapons needed to penetrate and destroy the advanced air defences of adversaries such as China or Russia.
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How the Bell 360 Invictus and Sikorsky Raider X compare
The US Army wants to move fast - on the ground, in the air and in its acquisition of a next-generation armed scout helicopter; so, Bell and Sikorsky are in the thick of a battle for the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft contract
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In depth
V-280 pitches cruise speed against SB-1’s final approach capability
Just a few weeks after the US Army selected the Bell V-280 Valor and Sikorsky Boeing SB-1 Defiant as its finalists in the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft competition, both teams are jockeying for position, arguing that their rotorcraft configuration will best suit the service
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Boeing preparing to reopen Pennsylvania CH-47 Chinook production facility
Boeing is preparing to reopen its CH-47 Chinook production facility in Ridley Township, Pennsylvania on 20 April after shutting down the facility about two and a half weeks prior due to risks of coronavirus contagion.
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Opinion
Modernisation is key for US Army’s helicopter fleet - but not at any cost
Despite its platform modernisation efforts, the US Army’s helicopter inventory is increasingly showing its age. The Boeing AH-64 Apache, CH-47 Chinook and Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk are all decades-old designs, equally enhanced and weighed down by the equipment additions made over time. Source: AP/Shutterstock History ...
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EU funds development of next-generation combat helicopter capabilities
The EU is providing up to €22 million ($23.8 million) in funding for the development of technologies to support next-generation combat helicopters, including interoperability with unmanned air vehicles – so-called Manned Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T).
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AH-64E hits 500th delivery, as Boeing eyes more Apache exports
Boeing has celebrated the 500th delivery of an AH-64E Apache attack helicopter, as it eyes opportunities for additional international sales.
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US Air Force to launch ‘Agility Prime’ eVTOL development on 27 April
The service wants to boost the efforts of the nascent commercial eVTOL aircraft industry by funding the creation of technologies which also could be used for military purposes.
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Sikorsky HH-60W Jolly Green II finishes extreme conditions testing
The US Air Force’s new combat search and rescue helicopter, the Sikorsky HH-60W Jolly Green II, completed a month-long battery of extreme conditions testing.
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Boeing military aircraft deliveries lower in first quarter of 2020
Boeing delivered 35% fewer military aircraft year-on-year in the first quarter of 2020.
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CH-53K King Stallion demonstrates first air-to-air refuelling
The heavy lift helicopter, in development for the US Marine Corps (USMC), completed the 4.5h test over Chesapeake Bay with a KC-130J in-flight refuelling tanker last week.
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Netherlands takes new CH-47F as Boeing pauses production
The Royal Netherlands Air Force has taken delivery of its first Boeing CH-47F Chinook produced in the manufacturer’s latest standard.
