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U.S. Army Contracts Boeing for Nine More CH-47F Block II Chinook Helicopters

The CH-47F Block II has improved efficiency, payload and fuel capacity, critical for the Army's heavy tactical lift missions. Boeing announced on Oct. 21, 2025 two contracts from the U.S. Army, worth ...
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The Modern Cavalry: America’s Apache Attack Helicopter Still Reigns Supreme

Key Points The Apache attack helicopter, also known as the AH-64 Apache, is the pinnacle of modern military aviation in all ...
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U.S. Army Spends an Extra $461 Million on More of the Ugliest Military Helicopters Around

American aerospace giant Boeing got two $461 million contracts to upgrade an extra nine CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters.
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New Army helo engine still powering on despite uncertain future

The service's ITEP engine has continued to be tested in a Black Hawk helicopter, even powering it in forward flight at up to ...

Coast Guard plans Sikorsky contract to replace aging rescue helicopters

The U.S. Coast Guard wants new Sikorsky rescue helicopters to replace aging H-65 Dolphins in use since the 1980s.
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The US Army Wants “Loyal Wingmen” Drones for Its Helicopters

Adapting “loyal wingman” drones to helicopters is a fundamentally different challenge than adopting them to planes, as helicopters are far slower and operate at significantly lower altitudes.
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UH-72 Lakota: The Workhorse of America’s Helicopter Fleet

The UH-72 Lakota is a transport helicopter for the US Army, lauded for its ease of use, low maintenance costs, and forgiving flight characteristics.