Helicopters – Page 178
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NewsUK hits halfway mark on defence helicopter upgrades
With an ongoing upgrade of the UK’s military helicopter fleet around 50% complete, discussions have already begun within the defence ministry looking at future rotorcraft requirements beyond the middle of next decade.
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NewsE-2D embarks on first deployment aboard USN carrier
Five Northrop Grumman E-2D Advanced Hawkeye airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) aircraft arrived on board the US Navy’s Nimitz-class USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier on 11 March, marking the first deployment for the aircraft.
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NewsRAF Sentinel may be positioning for anti-Islamic State fight
Sources have revealed that the Royal Air Force’s Raytheon Sentinel R1 surveillance aircraft is due to be transferred to an undisclosed base in the Mediterranean, suggesting that it is being positioned to join the coalition fight against Islamic State militants.
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Zagreb in line for donated OH-58D Kiowas
Croatia is expected to receive up to 16 Bell OH-58D Kiowas, with the helicopters being donated by USA.
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NewsUTC considers tax-free spinoff for Sikorsky
Sikorsky could become a standalone company after a tax-free spinoff under one option now being reviewed by parent company United Technologies (UTC), the company announced late on 11 March.
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US Army chief details aviation restructure savings
The US army's plan to eliminate 700 aircraft from its active aviation units, among other changes, will save more than $12 billion in the long run, chief of staff Gen Raymond Odierno told a Senate budgeting panel on 11 March.
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NewsJapan receives first MCH-101 for minesweeping mission
Japan’s Maritime Self-Defence Force has received the first AgustaWestland/Kawasaki Heavy Industries MCH-101 helicopter configured for the airborne mine-sweeping role.
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NewsMaritime Ka-52K attack helicopter makes debut flight
Russia has conducted the first flight of a Kamov Ka-52K attack helicopter, with the amphibious type reported as having made a 40min debut on 7 March.
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NewsUSAF wants small, fully integrated JSTARS replacement
The US air force will consider both US and international airframers to replace the Northrop Grumman E-8C JSTARS fleet, according to documents released on 5 March. The service also has confirmed its preference for a smaller aircraft than the Boeing 707-based E-8C.
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NewsExelis expands market for new wide-area airborne sensor
Exelis is preparing to transfer testing of its new infrared-capable airborne wide area surveillance sensor to Europe in an effort to promote the capability of the wide-range camera to potential new markets.
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One-week study re-affirms A-10 retirement decision: USAF
After a week of concentrated study of its close air support (CAS) role, the US Air Force essentially has decided to stick with plans to gradually retire the Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II and hand the CAS mission to the Lockheed Martin F-35.
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Singapore to replace ageing Super Pumas
Singapore has announced plans to replace the nation’s 32 Airbus Helicopters AS332/532 Super Puma/Cougar helicopters within the next ten years.
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NewsSikorsky plans vibration-free helicopter demo
Sikorsky plans to complete development of a hub-mounted vibration suppressor (HMVS) for helicopters with a follow-up demonstration later this year, says a top engineering executive.
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NewsSikorsky considers shuttering, selling light helicopter lines
Sikorsky has canceled production of the S434 light single helicopter and divesting two other light helicopter production lines is under consideration, company officials say.
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Germany finalises order for 18 naval NH90s
Germany has finally confirmed a deal that will see it order 18 new NH Industries NH90 NFH helicopters for its navy, at the same time trimming commitments for the troop transport variant and Airbus Helicopters Tiger attack rotorcraft.
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NewsMD Helicopters to redesign MD902 Explorer
MD Helicopters has announced plans to redesign the MD902 Explorer light-twin utility helicopter with new parts developed in-house as part of a campaign to boost sales by making the aircraft more affordable.
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Sikorsky explores coaxial applications beyond Raider
Sikorsky’s S-97 Raider has not yet flown, but the company is considering extending the aircraft’s coaxial rotor design to other platforms.
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NewsRolls-Royce opens first F-35 lift fan repair centre
Rolls-Royce opened the first repair and overhaul facility for the lift fan system in Lockheed Martin F-35B in Indiana as it consolidates assembly of major components away from the UK.
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NewsUSAF considers supersonic engine for LRSO msissile
The US Air Force will consider a supersonic engine among three propulsion options now under review for the long-range standoff missile, according to an acquisition notice released on 26 February.
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NewsExpanded H-60 support deal could serve as new model
A Lockheed Martin and Sikorsky joint venture will expand support of more than 500 naval H-60 helicopters under a $2 billion, five-year contract renewal awarded on 27 February, the companies say.