Norway to Buy 6 MH-60R Helicopters

The order marks the second Seahawk contract award for Lockheed Martin in the past month.

Thursday, November 02, 2023 at 11:45 AM ET

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Norway will acquire six MH-60R Seahawk helicopters to support its coast guard. Pictured is a U.S. Navy MH-60R with door gunner. [Courtesy: Sikorsky]

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Norway is acquiring six MH-60R Seahawk helicopters from Lockheed Martin for maritime missions, including search and rescue and patrols.
These new Seahawks, to be delivered from 2025 to 2027, will replace Norway's current fleet of 14 NH90 helicopters.
This purchase marks the second MH-60R order in a month, following Spain's deal, highlighting the growing international demand for the multi-mission aircraft among various navies.

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Norway is set to buy six MH-60R Seahawk helicopters for maritime missions, Lockheed Martin has announced.

The contract award, placed through the U.S. Navy and announced October 26, marks the second Seahawk order in the past month. The company said it has orders or is in the process of manufacturing 64 MH-60R helicopters for India, Greece, South Korea, Australia, and Spain, in addition to Norway.