German Military Signs Deal for 82 H145M Helicopters

The order marks the largest placed for the light attack helicopter, Airbus said.

Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 12:03 PM ET

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The German Bundeswehr's purchase contact is for 62 firm orders with an option to buy 20 more. [Courtesy: Airbus Helicopters]

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Germany's Bundeswehr has ordered up to 82 Airbus H145M multirole light attack helicopters (62 firm, 20 optional) with accompanying support services, marking the largest order for this aircraft.
The H145M helicopters will replace the German military's Eurocopter Tiger attack helicopters, with deliveries scheduled to commence in 2024 and span four years.
The Bundeswehr selected the H145M due to its market availability, proven operational experience with existing H145M variants, and its versatile multirole capabilities for roles like light attack and special operations.

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Germany’s armed forces have sealed a deal with Airbus Helicopters to buy up to 82 of its multirole H145M light attack helicopters, marking the largest order placed for the aircraft, the manufacturer said Thursday.

The German Bundeswehr’s purchase contact is for 62 firm orders with an option to buy 20 more and includes seven years of support and services, Airbus Helicopters said. From that order, 57 H145Ms will be headed to the German Army, and five will be received by Luftwaff special forces.