https://www.avionews.it/ © AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency 2026 AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency https://www.avionews.it/layout/elements/logo.svg https://www.avionews.it/items/ ATR’s Board Members have appointed the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Vittorio Lorenzo Della Bella, effective November 1st, 2026. He succeeds Nathalie Tarnaud Laude following the terms set by... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry People https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270883 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270883 Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:40:06 +0000 ATR, Vittorio Lorenzo Della Bella CEO ATR’s Board Members have appointed the company’s new Chief Executive Officer, Vittorio Lorenzo Della Bella, effective November 1st, 2026. He succeeds Nathalie Tarnaud Laude following the terms set by... ATR Effective today, Stefano Villanti is appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters. He brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Le... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry Latest news People Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270512 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270512 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:57:00 +0000 Stefano Villanti, appointed Managing Director, Leonardo Helicopters, from September 1st, 2026 Effective today, Stefano Villanti is appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters. He brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Le... Leonardo Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) has delivered a new 480B turbine helicopter to Safomar Aviation (Safomar), its longtime authorized distributor serving South Africa and much of Sub-Saharan Africa.... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Latest news People https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270196 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270196 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:34:00 +0000 Enstrom 480B Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) has delivered a new 480B turbine helicopter to Safomar Aviation (Safomar), its longtime authorized distributor serving South Africa and much of Sub-Saharan Africa.... Enstrom Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Francesco Macrì, examined and unanimously approved the results for the first half 2026. The highlights: Order Backlog rises to... 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EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Military aviation Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270177 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270177 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:04:00 +0000 NH-90 Airbus Helicopters has officially delivered the first NH-90 Standard 2 to the French Armament General Directorate (DGA). This new variant of the NH-90 TTH was designed specifically for special operations.... Anthony Pecchi/Airbus Helicopters Airbus reported consolidated financial results for the Half-Year (H1) ended 30 June 2026.The highlights are:351 commercial aircraft delivered;Revenues € 33.2 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 2.7 billion EBIT (rep... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Civil aviation Defense Finance and economy Helicopters Industry https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270170 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270170 Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:49:17 +0000 Airbus productive plant, facility, Airbus Airbus reported consolidated financial results for the Half-Year (H1) ended 30 June 2026.The highlights are:351 commercial aircraft delivered;Revenues € 33.2 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 2.7 billion EBIT (rep... Web The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, today announced an additional order of 11 Leonardo helicopters at "Farnborough I... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Fair and shows Helicopters Industry People https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270033 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270033 Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:50:00 +0000 Leonardo, AW-139 The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, today announced an additional order of 11 Leonardo helicopters at "Farnborough I... Leonardo Airbus Helicopters and The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, have announced a firm order for eight additional H... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Fair and shows Helicopters Industry People Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270014 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270014 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:35:00 +0000 H-145, THC, The Helicopter Company Airbus Helicopters and The Helicopter Company (THC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company and Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial helicopter operator, have announced a firm order for eight additional H... THC / The Helicopter Company The UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) has placed an order for an additional two H-135 helicopters, bringing the total fleet renewal programme to nine units. The firm order, which follows the arrival o... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Airlines Civil aviation Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270008 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1270008 Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:23:00 +0000 Arrival of first H-135 fleet renewal helicopter at Airbus Helicopters, Oxford The UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) has placed an order for an additional two H-135 helicopters, bringing the total fleet renewal programme to nine units. The firm order, which follows the arrival o... 2026, Airbus Helicopters, Richard Cave The evolving geopolitical landscape is making the ability to operate seamlessly across the air, land, sea, space and cyber domains increasingly critical to detecting and countering threats, including through... 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EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry Military aviation https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269681 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269681 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:51:00 +0000 H-145M Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first H-145M helicopter to the Kingdom of Belgium, marking a major milestone in the modernisation of the Nation’s defence and security capabilities. The aircraft i... Airbus Helicopters Airbus Helicopters and the Republic of Armenia have signed a contract for the acquisition of six H-145 helicopters. The agreement, which was finalised during the official State visit of French President Emmanuel... 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EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Defense Helicopters Industry Military aviation Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269578 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269578 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 08:52:00 +0000 French A-400M airplane, tactical flight Airbus Defence and Space (DS) has signed a contract with OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation), acting on behalf of the French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA), for the development... Airbus In the framework of a fleet modernisation and reinforcement plan aimed at meeting a long-term rescue and off-shore transport growth strategy, leading emergency aerial service provider Avincis announced... 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EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269516 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269516 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0000 H-145 Avincis Avincis and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for up to 15 H-145 helicopters. The new aircraft will be deployed across Avincis’ extensive network, strengthening its operational presence in the N... Airbus Helicopters - Eric Raz Italian Army’s “Fenice” shows superior manoeuvrability and power during flying display public premiere EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Defense Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Military aviation People Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269465 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269465 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:10:00 +0000 AW-249 helicopter at "ILA 2026" in Berlin (June 10-14) Italian Army’s “Fenice” shows superior manoeuvrability and power during flying display public premiere Leonardo Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania for the acquisition of 12 multirole helicopters, comprising seven H-160 and five H-145 aircraft. This significant... 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EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Cargo Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269393 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269393 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:40:00 +0000 U-145, an uncrewed version of its H-145 helicopter Airbus Helicopters has introduced an uncrewed version of its H-145 helicopter, the U-145, during "ILA Berlin airshow (June 10-14, 2026), where the company has displayed a full-scale mock-up of the new... Airbus Helicopters The Czech Ministry of Interior and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for 11 five-bladed H-145 helicopters, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of the Czech Republic’s public s... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Military aviation People https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269280 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269280 Wed, 27 May 2026 15:35:00 +0000 H-145 helicopter of the Czech Republic The Czech Ministry of Interior and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for 11 five-bladed H-145 helicopters, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of the Czech Republic’s public s... Airbus Helicopters Airbus Helicopters and the Spanish Navy successfully completed a tactical flight trial earlier this month in Rota, Spain. The exercise integrated the offshore patrol vessel Rayo with a Spanish Navy H-135... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry Military aviation Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269208 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269208 Thu, 21 May 2026 08:10:00 +0000 Airbus Helicopters, Spanish Navy, completed a tactical flight trial earlier this month in Rota, Spain Airbus Helicopters and the Spanish Navy successfully completed a tactical flight trial earlier this month in Rota, Spain. The exercise integrated the offshore patrol vessel Rayo with a Spanish Navy H-135... Airbus helicopter/La Hormiga Leonardo’s new internal architecture is taking shape through a restructuring that reaches deep into the most sensitive areas of institutional relations, communication and top operational leadership. T... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Defense Discussions Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Military aviation Government acts People Report Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269062 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1269062 Mon, 11 May 2026 13:16:00 +0000 Leonardo, helicopters, helicopter, aircraft, defence, Group, industry, company, firm Leonardo’s new internal architecture is taking shape through a restructuring that reaches deep into the most sensitive areas of institutional relations, communication and top operational leadership. T... Leonardo Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the results for the first quarter 2026. The highlights in detail: • Orde... 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EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268752 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268752 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:10:00 +0000 NH-90, Airbus Helicopters The NATO agency in charge of the NH-90 programme, NAHEMA, has signed a contract with NHIndustries (a consortium between Airbus, Leonardo and GKN Aerospace) to launch the NH90 Block 2 architecture study.... Airbus Helicopters The Vietnam Helicopter Corporation (VNH)’s subsidiaries, Southern Vietnam Helicopter Company (VNH South) and Northern Vietnam Helicopter Company (VNH North), have placed an order for three H-225 helicopters, t... 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Southern Vietnam Helicopter Company Unveiled for the first time at the major annual "Aerial Firefighting Conference & Exhibition", taking place this year in Rome from 24 to 26 March 2026 EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Civil defense Helicopters Industry People Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268418 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268418 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:08:00 +0000 Forest Fire Fighting Global System (Fffgs) Unveiled for the first time at the major annual "Aerial Firefighting Conference & Exhibition", taking place this year in Rome from 24 to 26 March 2026 Airbus Helicopters As wildfires are getting larger, more frequent, and more destructive, the European Commission is presenting a new integrated approach to wildfire risk management. The strategy covers prevention, preparedness,... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Civil defense Finance and economy Helicopters Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268402 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268402 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:21:00 +0000 Fire in Portugal As wildfires are getting larger, more frequent, and more destructive, the European Commission is presenting a new integrated approach to wildfire risk management. The strategy covers prevention, preparedness,... web Airbus’ ACH-140 makes its debut  at "Verticon 2026" (March 9-12 in Atlanta)  with a mock-up of its brand new cabin interior.  The Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH) Line collection showcases the brand new... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Fair and shows Helicopters Industry https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268242 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268242 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 13:16:00 +0000 Mock-up ACH-140 Airbus’ ACH-140 makes its debut  at "Verticon 2026" (March 9-12 in Atlanta)  with a mock-up of its brand new cabin interior.  The Airbus Corporate Helicopters (ACH) Line collection showcases the brand new... Airbus, Christian Keller Leonardo’s Board of Directors, under the chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, yesterday unanimously approved (see AVIONEWS) the update to the Industrial Plan for the 2026-2030 period. Today Leonardo is... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Civil aviation Defense Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Military aviation Report Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268215 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268215 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:54:00 +0000 Roberto Cingolani, CEO and General Manager, Leonardo Leonardo’s Board of Directors, under the chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, yesterday unanimously approved (see AVIONEWS) the update to the Industrial Plan for the 2026-2030 period. Today Leonardo is... Leonardo The Board of Directors of Leonardo (BoD), convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the full year 2025 results, confirming the preliminary results... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Defense Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Military aviation Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268214 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268214 Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:14:00 +0000 Leonardo, helicopters, helicopter, aircraft, defence, Group, industry, company, firm The Board of Directors of Leonardo (BoD), convened yesterday under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the full year 2025 results, confirming the preliminary results... Leonardo Airbus Helicopters and Garuda Technologies Inc. (Garuda) have signed a contract for the delivery of up to 18 Flexrotor Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Garuda will offer Flexrotor services to its customers... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268188 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268188 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:16:00 +0000 Flexrotor Uas, Unmanned Aerial System Airbus Helicopters and Garuda Technologies Inc. (Garuda) have signed a contract for the delivery of up to 18 Flexrotor Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS). Garuda will offer Flexrotor services to its customers... Airbus Helicopters The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced a £1 billion contract award for new medium helicopters (NMH). Under the programme, Leonardo will build and deliver 23 latest generation AW-149s from Yeovil,... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Defense Helicopters Industry People Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268049 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1268049 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:59:00 +0000 AW-149 The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) announced a £1 billion contract award for new medium helicopters (NMH). Under the programme, Leonardo will build and deliver 23 latest generation AW-149s from Yeovil,... Leonardo The Board of Directors (BoD) of Leonardo reviewed yesterday the preliminary results for the year ended December 2025The highlights: Results above 2025 guidance • New Orders increased to € 23.8 billion (+15%... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Civil aviation Defense Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Military aviation Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267969 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267969 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:49:00 +0000 Leonardo, flags of the company, headquarters The Board of Directors (BoD) of Leonardo reviewed yesterday the preliminary results for the year ended December 2025The highlights: Results above 2025 guidance • New Orders increased to € 23.8 billion (+15%... web Airbus Helicopters has unveiled its next generation rotorcraft concepts to address the NATO Next Generation Rotorcraft Capabilities (NGRC) study requirements. Its proposal to NATO, developed in collaboration... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267941 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267941 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:32:00 +0000 Nato, Next Generation Rotorcraft Capabilities, Ngrc, Airbus Helicopters Airbus Helicopters has unveiled its next generation rotorcraft concepts to address the NATO Next Generation Rotorcraft Capabilities (NGRC) study requirements. Its proposal to NATO, developed in collaboration... Airbus Helicopters Airbus and Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have successfully concluded a pioneering HTeaming flight campaign at a Singapore airbase. This flight demonstration marks the very f... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267701 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267701 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:44:00 +0000 Singapore, first H-225M helicopter in flight Airbus and Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have successfully concluded a pioneering HTeaming flight campaign at a Singapore airbase. This flight demonstration marks the very f... Airbus Helicopters, Anthony Pecchi The French Directorate General of Armament (DGA) has ordered a new version of the SMDM ("Onboard Mini Aerial Drone Systems for the Navy") from Airbus Helicopters (via its subsidiary Survey Copter). This... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security UAS-Drones https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267678 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267678 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:24:00 +0000 Aliaca The French Directorate General of Armament (DGA) has ordered a new version of the SMDM ("Onboard Mini Aerial Drone Systems for the Navy") from Airbus Helicopters (via its subsidiary Survey Copter). This... Airbus Helicopters Targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements particularly for advanced AW-169M and AW-109 TrekkerM helicopters EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267649 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267649 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:48:00 +0000 New Delhi, February 3, 2026, Adani Defence & Aerospace, Leonardo, strategic partnership, to build India's helicopter ecosystem, helicopters Targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements particularly for advanced AW-169M and AW-109 TrekkerM helicopters Leonardo "Singapore Airshow"  (February 3-8) is one of the world’s most influential international aerospace and defence exhibitions, providing a platform for stakeholders to forge strategic alliances and collaborate to... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Defense Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Military aviation People Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267640 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267640 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 08:35:00 +0000 Logo, "Singapore Airshow 2026", 10th edition, February 3-8 "Singapore Airshow"  (February 3-8) is one of the world’s most influential international aerospace and defence exhibitions, providing a platform for stakeholders to forge strategic alliances and collaborate to... website event Airbus Helicopters logged 544 gross orders (net: 536) in 2025, highlighting a strong market growth with a solid performance this year across the entire civil and military range. The orders came from 205... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Defense Helicopters Industry Military aviation Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267538 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267538 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:42:00 +0000 Airbus Helicopters, orders and deliveries, 2025, aircraft Airbus Helicopters logged 544 gross orders (net: 536) in 2025, highlighting a strong market growth with a solid performance this year across the entire civil and military range. The orders came from 205... Airbus Helicopters The French Armament General Directorate (DGA) has awarded a contract to Airbus Helicopters and Naval Group for the production of six VSR700 uncrewed aerial systems that will be operated from 2028 by the... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267406 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267406 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:24:00 +0000 VSR700, dual use Uncrewed Aerial System, UAS, based on the crewed Cabri G2 from Hélicoptères Guimbal The French Armament General Directorate (DGA) has awarded a contract to Airbus Helicopters and Naval Group for the production of six VSR700 uncrewed aerial systems that will be operated from 2028 by the... Airbus Helicopters The Boeing Company announced major program deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the fourth quarter of 2025.Major Programs4th Quarter 2025 Full Year 2025 Commercial Airplanes... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Defense Helicopters Industry Military aviation https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267341 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267341 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 11:18:15 +0000 AH-64A, Apache helicopter in flight The Boeing Company announced major program deliveries across its commercial and defense operations for the fourth quarter of 2025.Major Programs4th Quarter 2025 Full Year 2025 Commercial Airplanes... Boeing Airbus has appointed Matthieu Louvot Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airbus Helicopters, effective 1 April 2026. He will report to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury and be part of the Company’s Executive Co... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Helicopters Industry People https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267330 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267330 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 14:28:00 +0000 Airbus, logo Airbus has appointed Matthieu Louvot Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Airbus Helicopters, effective 1 April 2026. He will report to Airbus CEO Guillaume Faury and be part of the Company’s Executive Co... Web Spain is placing orders for 100 Airbus helicopters through the Directorate General for Armament and Material (DGAM) of the Ministry of Defence. These four contracts, framed within the National Helicopter... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Military aviation Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267092 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267092 Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:24:00 +0000 four models, H-135, H-145M, H-175M, NH-90 Spain is placing orders for 100 Airbus helicopters through the Directorate General for Armament and Material (DGAM) of the Ministry of Defence. These four contracts, framed within the National Helicopter... Airbus Helicopters Germany has decided to exercise the option for 20 more H-145M light combat helicopters (Leichter Kampfhubschrauber or LKH for short) that were part of a contract signed in December 2023 (see AVIONEWS),... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Helicopters Industry Military aviation Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267024 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1267024 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 15:16:00 +0000 H-145M Germany has decided to exercise the option for 20 more H-145M light combat helicopters (Leichter Kampfhubschrauber or LKH for short) that were part of a contract signed in December 2023 (see AVIONEWS),... Airbus Helicopters - Celian Bauduin Airbus Helicopters will now support the entire fleet of H-145 family helicopters of the French Sécurité Civile and Gendarmerie Nationale, following a new contract signed with France's Aeronautical Maintenance D... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Civil aviation Fair and shows Helicopters Industry https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266683 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266683 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:51:00 +0000 H-145, Sécurité Civile, Gendarmerie Nationale Airbus Helicopters will now support the entire fleet of H-145 family helicopters of the French Sécurité Civile and Gendarmerie Nationale, following a new contract signed with France's Aeronautical Maintenance D... Airbus Helicopters, Christian Keller The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for ten H-225M helicopters. These aircraft will be equipped for combat search and rescue operations and will be operated by the Royal... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Military aviation Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266679 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266679 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:05:00 +0000 Airbus Helicopters, Anthony Pecchi The Kingdom of Morocco has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for ten H-225M helicopters. These aircraft will be equipped for combat search and rescue operations and will be operated by the Royal... Airbus Helicopters/Anthony Pecchi ELT Group participates at the "Berlin Security Conference" ("BSC"), one of the largest European security and defence policy events. The Conference takes place on 18-19 November and it recognises the importance... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Fair and shows Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266676 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266676 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:20:38 +0000 Elt Group, stand, Elettronica ELT Group participates at the "Berlin Security Conference" ("BSC"), one of the largest European security and defence policy events. The Conference takes place on 18-19 November and it recognises the importance... Elt Group Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened today under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the 2025 first nine months results. The highlights are: • Order Backlog came... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Defense Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Science and technology Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266484 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266484 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:20:00 +0000 Leonardo, flags of the company, headquarters Leonardo's Board of Directors, convened today under the Chairmanship of Stefano Pontecorvo, examined and unanimously approved the 2025 first nine months results. The highlights are: • Order Backlog came... web Airbus reported consolidated financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2025.The highlights:507 commercial aircraft deliveredRevenues € 47.4 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 4.1 billionEBIT (reported) € 3... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Aerospace Civil aviation Defense Finance and economy Helicopters Industry Military aviation Security https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266410 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266410 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:35:50 +0000 Airbus, A-400M Airbus reported consolidated financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2025.The highlights:507 commercial aircraft deliveredRevenues € 47.4 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 4.1 billionEBIT (reported) € 3... Airbus A note from the US Pacific Fleet reports that five crewmembers from a plane and a helicopter, both downed in the South China Sea, were recovered safely. Yesterday, 26 October 2025 at approximately 14:45... EN press@avionews.com (AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency) Accidents Helicopters Military aviation Report https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266360 https://www.avionews.it/?utm_source=RSS&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS&item=1266360 Mon, 27 Oct 2025 13:49:00 +0000 USS Nimitz (CVN-68) aircraft carrier A note from the US Pacific Fleet reports that five crewmembers from a plane and a helicopter, both downed in the South China Sea, were recovered safely. Yesterday, 26 October 2025 at approximately 14:45... US Navy