Netherlands orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters for special forces

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November 06, 2024

Dan Taylor

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Netherlands orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters for special forces

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PARIS, France. Airbus Helicopters received a contract from the Dutch Ministry of Defence for the acquisition of 12 H225M helicopters, together with an preliminary package deal of assist and companies, Airbus introduced in a press release.

The settlement, finalized in the course of the Euronaval commerce present in Paris, designates the H225M to be used by the Royal Netherlands Air Pressure (RNLAF) 300 Particular Operations Squadron, the assertion reads. The H225M was chosen following an analysis course of in 2023.

The H225M is supplied for particular forces missions, that includes tactical communication techniques, upgraded avionics, and an enhanced most important gearbox. The helicopter’s most takeoff weight has been elevated to 11,160 kg, and it may be tailor-made to accommodate mission-specific gear, Airbus says.

The RNLAF at the moment operates H215M Cougars, and the H225M will broaden operational capabilities for particular operations, the corporate says. Airbus Helicopters and the RNLAF will collaborate on customization efforts to align the helicopters with mission necessities.

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