The Germany Ministry of Defense has selected Boeing’s CH-47F Chinook over Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s CH-53K.
By Andrew EversdenBAE Systems’ LR-PGK: The Superior Anti-Jam Solution
Going the distance to defeat emerging jam threats.
In plant tour, Sikorsky official says “hundreds” of parts could be 3D printed if chosen for Army’s high-profile FARA and FLRAA competitions.
By Andrew Eversden
The first choppers are expected by 2025, but the addition of Israeli high-tech systems could delay delivery, sources said.
By Arie Egozi The deal includes 12 King Stallions with options for an additional six in the future.
By Justin Katz Israel plans to install domestically made systems on the American-made helo.
By Arie Egozi
The CH-53K has had a rough two years filled with testing issues and schedule delays, but it executed a real mission in September.
By Justin Katz
To illustrate the urgency, IDF Chief of Staff Lt. General Aviv Kochavi flew last week in an old CH-53 (Yasur) in a scenario of long-range flights that moved a team of special commandos deep into “enemy” territory to demonstrate the rescue of a downed pilot.
By Arie Egozi
New Army mounted system won’t play favorites when it comes to C5ISR, EW and A-PNT
The CMOSS Mounted Form Factor will facilitate tech insertion for new capabilities while co-existing with the Mounted Family of Computer Systems.
The political chaos in Israel, with a third general election in less than a year has delayed decisions about crucial aircraft, including the replacement for the old CH-53, whether to buy the V-22 and the urgent need for the KC-46A .
By Arie Egozi
An IDF team has been taking test flights aboard Lockheed Martin’s new CH-53K in Maryland, but Boeing’s CH-47 Chinook is in the running too — and both programs could use a boost against their American critics.
By Arie Egozi The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) ground forces command want an immediate replacement for the CH-53 . “It is natural that operational needs differ, but this is the task of the highest command to evaluate the needs and make a decision,” a senior Israeli defense official said.
By Arie Egozi
