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Leonardo Helicopters has tested the performance of Daedalean’s visual awareness system in flights using two helicopters.

Despite obvious historic parallels with the TSR-2, industry partners are confident they can deliver a new-generation combat aircraft in the mid-2030s.

Italy has begun the process for a follow-up order of Eurofighters, which would make Italy the third of the four Eurofighter partners to place a top-up order,.

Armasuisse has given initial approval for an offset program that would see four of Switzerland's future F-35 JSF combat aircraft partially assembled in-country.

The Italian Army has declared the new AW249 Fenice attack helicopter a pillar of its transformation, following its public debut at the Eurosatory defense show.

Four NH90 customer nations have partnered to launch an upgrade program for the twin-engine European utility helicopter.

Airbus has secured its largest order for its H225 helicopter twin-engine heavy helicopter since 2008.

The need to maintain competitiveness and treat business operators fairly must be balanced with climate concerns.

The reveal serves as Leonardo’s introduction to its Agusta-branded line of helicopters, acquired from Kopter Group.

Partners in the Eurodrone program have completed the preliminary design review for the twin-engine medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) uncrewed air system.

Brazilian helicopter operator Helisul has acquired Chilean counterpart Ecocopter to form one of the largest rotary-wing operators in Latin America.

Leonardo Helicopters has secured Italian military certification of an upgrade for the AW101 three-engine heavy helicopter.

Leonardo DRS beat Wall Street’s expectations in terms of both sales and profitability in the first quarter.

Executives from BAE Systems, Leonardo, MBDA and Rolls-Royce argue that the UK should not rely on other nations when it comes to defense procurement.

Airbus’ Rapid And Cost-Effective Rotorcraft (RACER) compound helicopter has made its first flight.

Progress on 787 quality problems is challenged by whistleblower claims of long-term fleet safety risks.

Surprise Chinese attack helicopter appearance highlights worldwide trend despite increase in low-altitude threats.

Safran Helicopter Engines has won a £241 million ($305.2 million) contract to support the RTM322 engines used on the UK Royal Navy’s Merlin helicopters.

Now in its fourth year, the European Commission-led EDF aims to support defense research, development and cooperation among member states.

Facing a reduction to its expected budget next year, the military cuts back on near-term aircraft procurement.

Digitalization and development of space and cyber are the heart of Leonardo’s restructuring and growth, CEO Roberto Cingolani says.

European industry could fly a rotorcraft technology demonstrator for a future military helicopter in the next phase of a European Union (EU)-funded research activity.

Leonardo CEO Roberto Cingolani says he foresees “big opportunities” in the company’s renewed relationship with U.S. manufacturer Bell over tiltrotor technology.

The U.S. Navy appears set to begin buying replacements for its aging T-45 Goshawk training aircraft, with budget documents showing procurement to begin in 2026 after a contract has been awarded.