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Jun
11
2026
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The European Commission has decided to support Safran Helicopter Engines, MTU Aero Engines and Avio Aero in their technological research project known as SHARP (Sovereign High-performance Architecture for Rotorcraft Propulsion). This project, which aims to develop the scalable technological building blocks for a new state-of-art military helicopter engine, will be funded by the European Defence Fund (EDF) with a budget of around €25 million.
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Jun
11
2026
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At its third public appearance in two years, the AW249 next generation exploration and escort helicopter showed its impressive flight characteristics for the first time at ILA Berlin, as Leonardo briefed visitors, stakeholders and international delegations on how the new type will bring operational superiority and opportunities through international collaboration.
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PhanCon returned to Andravida Air Base in May 2026, giving participants unprecedented access to
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in coordination with the Department of Homeland Security
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The U.S. Navy, supported by Lockheed Martin, completed the first phase of the F-35C LRASM Flight
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Gulfstream announced on June 10 that its G700 hit two milestones at once. The company delivered its
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Jet Linx parked its entire fleet for a day to talk safety. The NBAA's Q1 accident numbers suggest
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Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano will serve as pilot on Artemis III, marking a milestone for
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Jun
10
2026
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Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania for the acquisition of 12 multirole helicopters, comprising seven H160 and five H145 aircraft. This significant investment is part of the European initiative Security Action for Europe (SAFE), which aims to strengthen European civil protection, emergency response, and public safety frameworks.
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Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania
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Jun
10
2026
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Airbus Helicopters and Quantum Systems have signed a cooperation agreement at ILA Berlin 2026 to jointly explore the integration of advanced counter-UAS (C-UAS) interceptors of Quantum Systems capabilities onto Airbus’ military helicopters, beginning with the multi-role H145M. This strategic partnership builds upon a shared commitment to enhancing Europe's defence ecosystem and providing armed forces with agile, combat-ready solutions to counter modern, asymmetric airborne threats.
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