The U.S. government admits fault in the 2025 mid-air collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport that killed 67, citing FAA and Army errors.
Spain signs €4 billion contract with Airbus Helicopters for 100 military aircraft, supporting national defense and industry with Albacete-based production.
Airbus delivers the first H160 helicopter to the French Gendarmerie Nationale to replace older models and enhance law enforcement capabilities.
SwissDrones delivers first SDO 50 V3 turbine drone to Sanwa Gikou in Japan for industrial inspections and disaster logistics.
Blacklane and The Helicopter Company partner to offer seamless ground and helicopter mobility in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030 goals and tourism growth.
Quanta Services acquires Billings Flying Service, expanding its aviation fleet with CH-47 Chinooks and MRO capabilities to support infrastructure projects.
The German Navy begins replacing Sea Lynx helicopters with NH90 Sea Tiger for advanced anti-submarine missions starting December 2025.
Germany orders 20 additional Airbus H145M helicopters, boosting its fleet to 82 units replacing the Tiger attack helicopter by 2028.
The Greek Ministry of Defence signs a five-year €50 million Follow-on Support contract with NHIndustries to maintain NH90 helicopter operational readiness.
US lawmakers and the NTSB challenge a 2026 NDAA provision allowing military helicopter tracking waivers following a 2025 fatal collision.
