Etiqueta: Leonardo
ZM at AUSA 2024 – Leonardo and BlueHalo integrate their directed energy system against drones on an 8×8 Stryker
During the AUSA 2024 fair, Leonardo DRS and BlueHalo presented a new directed energy system designed to counter unmanned threats (C-UAS) integrated into an 8×8 Stryker armored combat vehicle (VCBR). This development aims to enhance ground forces' capability to face the growing threat of...
The first Eurofighter of the Royal Air Force equipped with the new AESA ECRS Mk2 prepares to begin its test flights
The radar modernization program for the Eurofighter jets of the Royal Air Force (RAF) is progressing well. Recently, during a parliamentary session, officials from the UK Ministry of Defence confirmed that the first combat aircraft equipped with the new AESA ECRS Mk2 radar is...
A budget amendment includes authorizations to finance the purchase of lightweight helicopters for the Argentine Navy
The recent Decree 594/2024, regarding the budget modification of the national administration for the year 2024, agreed upon between the President of the Nation and his ministers, includes authorizations to finance the purchase of lightweight naval helicopters for the Argentine Navy. The authorized amount,...
ZM at Eurosatory: Leonardo presents its new AW249 Fenice attack helicopter
Today marks the opening of Eurosatory 2024 in Paris, one of the most significant events in the global defense and security sector. With participation from more than 1,800 exhibitors from 62 countries and an expected attendance of around 100,000 visitors, the exhibition will run...
Following the reduction of the initial order, the U.S. Air Force procures an extra seven MH-139A helicopters from Boeing
According to Boeing's announcement on April 29, the United States Air Force (USAF) has ordered the purchase of an additional 7 MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters, with the announcement coming after the decision in March to cut the originally requested quantity in half. With this...
ZM at FIDAE – Leonardo continues to offer the AW139 for the Argentine Army’s Medium Utility Helicopter Project
As part of the press presentation at FIDAE 2024, representatives from Leonardo provided details on key points for the region. In the case of Argentina, as previously mentioned, the interest revolves around the sale of eight AW109Ms to the Argentine Navy and the Argentine...
ZM at FIDAE – Leonardo awaits the green light from the Argentine government to proceed with the sale of AW109M helicopters for the Navy
In the recent Media Briefing held by Leonardo at FIDAE, company representatives confirmed to Zona Militar that the proposal for the sale of the eight AW109M light helicopters to the Argentine Navy has already been submitted to the Argentine side. Therefore, they are awaiting...
