The Royal Navy’s 815th Naval Air Squadron (NAS) recently demonstrated the air-to-air capabilities of the Wildcat Maritime Strike helicopter, successfully engaging and destroying high-speed Banshee drones during a military exercise.
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Meet the AW159 Wildcat: The Royal Navy’s Attack and Reconnaissance Helicopter
The AW159 Wildcat is a multi-role military helicopter designed by Leonardo Helicopters, developed from the legendary Westland Lynx.
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United Kingdom completes acquisition of 50th Apache, strengthening national security and NATO partnerships
The United Kingdom officially received its 50th and final AH-64E Apache helicopter at Boeing’s Mesa, Arizona factory, completing its fleet of the most advanced attack helicopters in the world.
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Video: New Zealand Navy Fires AGM-119 Penguin Anti-Ship Missile for the First Time
The Royal New Zealand Navy has conducted its first test firing of the Norwegian AGM-119 Penguin anti-ship missile. The launch was carried out by an SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite helicopter, part of the air group of the frigate HMNZS Te Kaha (F77).
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Tensions at Sea: Video Shows Chinese Helicopter Dangerously Approaching Philippine Aircraft
On Tuesday, the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) denounced an incident involving an aircraft from the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) and a helicopter from the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) of China.
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AH-1Z vs Ka-52: Which Attack Helicopter is the Most Powerful?
The AH-1Z Viper (USA) and the Ka-52 Alligator (Russia) are two of the most advanced attack helicopters in the world. Both were designed for attack missions, armed reconnaissance, and aerial support, but they follow very different design philosophies.
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IDEX 2025: Russian Company Unveils Ka-32A11M Firefighting Helicopter
The Russian Helicopters Holding Company, part of the Rostec State Corporation, will present the Ka-32A11M firefighting helicopter at the International Defence Exhibition IDEX 2025, which will take place in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from February 17 to 21.
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Merlin helicopters conduct live-fire training in Scotland, strengthening the United Kingdom’s military capability
The Merlin helicopters of 845 Naval Air Squadron carried out gunnery exercises at the Tain Air Weapons Range in Scotland, as part of a routine training to maintain operational readiness.
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