Increased Funding for Next-Gen Army Helos, Vehicles in Senate’s NDAA
The Senate has passed its version of the Pentagon's budget bill.
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Sikorsky Gets $542M Navy Contract to Build 6 New Presidential Helicopters
The next president will have a new ride.
Rubber Bit from Marine Helicopter Falls onto Okinawa School's Tennis Court
More than 50 schoolchildren were outside at Uranishi Middle School when the 6-by-8-inch black rubber object landed there.
Marine Helicopter Catches Fire but Lands Safely
The CH-53E Super Stallion was on a routine training mission at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar when flames broke out.
Top Marine Aviator Defends 'King Stallion' Heavy-Lift Helo Despite Setbacks
The Corps will not pursue buying Boeing's CH-47 in place of the King Stallion, Lt. Gen. Steven Rudder said at Sea-Air-Space.
As Future Vertical Lift Gets Underway, Army Eyeing Chinook Replacement
Esper said he wants aircraft makers to start planning for the next heavy-lift helicopter as a replacement for the CH-47.
Army Chinook Helicopter Destroyed by 'Hard Landing' in Afghanistan
The Chinook was "totally destroyed" during the landing, and U.S. and Afghan personnel on board were injured.
Senate Panel Green-Lights More Money for Army Helos, New Auto Rifle
The SASAC approved defense spending bill provides dollars for Army helicopters and a weapon to replace the M249.
Sikorsky Gets $1.1B Contract for Marine Helicopters
The King Stallion helicopter can fly higher and farther and with far heavier cargoes than existing helicopters.
Top Enlisted Navy Leader with California Helicopter Squadron Relieved
The top enlisted sailor with a California-based helo squadron was removed over a loss in confidence in his ability to lead.
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