UK awards Leonardo deal for New Medium Helicopter
Source: Army Technology
Original: https://www.army-technology.com/news/uk-awards-leonardo-uk-deal-for-new-medium-helicopter/
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Report Content
The New Medium Helicopter programme will fill a capability gap created when the British Army's Puma helicopters were axed in 2025.
Classification
Region
Europe
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Awarding of a contract for the New Medium Helicopter programme
Location
United Kingdom
Unit
British Army
Time
2025
Equipment
New Medium Helicopter
Summary
The British Army has awarded a contract to Leonardo for the New Medium Helicopter programme, which is set to replace the Puma helicopters that were retired in 2025. This initiative aims to address a capability gap within the army's aviation assets.
Key Facts
- The New Medium Helicopter programme is being initiated to replace the Puma helicopters.
- The Puma helicopters were retired in 2025.
- The contract has been awarded to Leonardo.
- This programme aims to fill a capability gap for the British Army.