U.S. Army Orders up to 12 More UH-72B Lakota Helicopters
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U.S. Army orders up to 12 more UH-72B Lakota helicopters
Airbus Helicopters Inc. has been awarded a $115.4 million contract to build up to 12 more UH-72B Lakota helicopters for the U.S. Army, the Department of War announced Aug. 14. The contract covers the helicopters themselves, designated the MBB-BK 117 D3, along with jettisonable cockpit doors, air conditioning system installation, engine inlet barrier filters and […]
The execution period extends until December 31, 2030.The agreement represents a further step in the modernization of the UH-72 Lakota fleet, one of the U.S. Army's main light helicopters and employed by both Army units and Army National Guard.Ten helicopters and option by two othersThe initial information on the contract indicates an acquisition capacity of up to 12 aircraft, although the sources that have detailed the award point to an initial …
Airbus wins $115 million U.S. Army deal for 10 UH-72B Lakotas, extending National Guard helicopter modernization through 2029
The UH-72 is the U.S. Army’s third-largest rotor-wing fleet and supports missions across 49 states and territories. Those roles include homeland defense, search and rescue, disaster relief, surveillance and medical evacuation. “Army and National Guard pilots need modern technology and a proven aircraft they can count on to meet evolving mission demands,” said Alex Veneziano, CEO of Airbus U.S. Space & Defense. “Continued modernization ensures th…
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