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International Military Helicopter February 27 - 29, 2024.

Returning for the 18th annual edition, International Military Helicopter (IMH) 2024 will tackle the highest priorities for the global rotary community, in delivering next-generation capability and meeting current threats.

Speakers include:

Brigadier General Grzegorz Slusarz, Commander of the 4th Wing of School Aviation, Polish Air Force

Rear Admiral Giancarlo Ciappina, Commander of the Fleet Air Army, Italian Navy

General Sir Patrick Sanders KCB CBE DSO ADC Gen, Chief of the General Staff, British Army

Major General Walter Rugen, Director, Army Aviation, Office of the Deputy, Chief of Staff G-3/5/7, US Army

Brigadier General Chris McKenna OMM, MSC, MSM, CD, Director General Air and Space Force Development, Royal Canadian Air Force

Covering a range of critical topics, International Military Helicopter 2024 will examine the role of the modern battlefield and the role of rotary aviation across the multi-domain. 

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With a lucrative deal at stake, two helicopter giants are playing to win – but is there much between them? The competition to supply the Indian Navy with a multirole replacement to its Sea King helicopters continues to create tensions between the two competing vendors. The horns of NH Industries (NHI) and Sikorsky have been firmly locked for years, pitching the NH90 and the S-70B Seahawk, respectively. Much is riding on the package for 16 units, more so than just the $1 billion contract value...

The Turkish Land Forces identified a need for a new generation of attack helicopter capable of efficient performance at high altitudes in hot climates. The ATAK helicopter programme was launched to meet those needs and advance the country’s aeronautical industry. As part of the initiative, Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) joined forces with AgustaWestland to develop and build 91 T129 ATAK multirole combat helicopters, 59 of them on firm order and 32 options. Each is powered by two CTS800-4A turboshaft engines supplied by the Light Helicopter Turbine Engine Company (LHTEC), a 50/50 partnership between Honeywell International and Rolls-Royce plc. [Access the complete case study below]

International Military Helicopter is the only conference that reflects the full spectrum of challenges facing the military helicopter community, anchored in broader strategic discussions around changing operating environments, market trends and procurement priorities.

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Survivability in the future battlespace depends on a number of factors and rotary wing operations mush recapitalise and modernise in order to create a full spectrum force which is capable of meeting the demands of a challenging security environment. Defence IQ spoke exclusively to Major Dana Howe, AH-1Z Instructor Pilot, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One to discuss: 

- The key challenges likely to affect survivability in the future battlespace

- How the role of helicopters will evolve over the next decade

- Specific new threats that  will most significantly effect the rotary domain

- The prevalence of manned and unmanned platforms and systems

Colombia has been battling fierce insurgent groups since the 1960s, and Major General Emiro Barrios was one of the key commanders who oversaw the Colombian Army’s helicopter missions and the introduction of Black Hawk helicopter that enabled critical gains in the war on insurgency.

Defence iQ recently sat down with Major General Emiro Barrios (Ret), former Commander, Colombian Air Army Aviation to discuss The Evolution of Counter-Insurgency Helicopter Operations in Colombia.

Key questions from our interview included:

• How has the Colombian Army's operational strategy and doctrine has evolved in the past two decades?
• What were Colombia’s key priorities, and what were the biggest challenges they faced?
• How will a changing role for combat helicopters impact army tactics, training, and interoperability?

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Rotary wing platforms are confronted with a wide range of physical, environmental and logistical challenges limiting mission success. For the past 17 year, the International Military Helicopter conference has been facilitating the discussion within the community and with the industry. 

Ahead of this year's summit, Defence IQ had the privilege to discuss with our co-chairmen, Colonel Jayson Altieri, Chief of Staff of the Army's Chair at the National War College from the U.S. Army and Colonel Paul Edwards (Ret), a former Chief of Staff of the Army Aviation from the British Army, both of whom are subject matter experts and experienced military leaders. In this exclusive interview, discover their view on the enduring need for military and industry to come together to share challenges and discuss current requirements. 

International Military Helicopter 2019 gathered more than 200 military and industry leaders to provide a global perspective on helicopter operations, current and future. Chaired by Lieutenant General (Ret’d) Kenneth E. Tovo, Former Commander, US Army Special Operations Command, United States Army, the three-day programme covered training, MRO, platform survivability and provided a comprehensive look at the challenges facing helicopter forces. 

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Download this report to get access to:

• An exclusive interview conducted with Chairman Lieutenant General (Ret’d) Kenneth E. Tovo ahead of International Military Helicopter 2020, outlining his highlights of the 2019 event and what he expects from the 2020 edition
• The top four takeaways from the 2019 event
• A breakdown of attendees, both from military/government representatives and industry organisations
• The 2019 senior speaker faculty
• The 2019 programme in review, with summaries from the following presentations
• PEO aviation - delivering lethal and survivable vertical lift with agility, now and in the future by Brigadier General Thomas Todd, Program Executive Officer, Aviation, US Army
• The role of rotary assets in counter terrorism and drug interdiction operations by Lieutenant General Raul Hoyos De Vinatea, Chief of Staff, Peruvian Air Force
• The role of rotary assets in delivering a rapid response capability for the Canadian Armed Forces by Major General Christian Drouin, Commander, 1 Canadian Air Division, Royal Canadian Air Force
• An exclusive interview conducted onsite at the 2019 event with Joel Best, Director, Global Military Sales & Strategy, Bell, which will sponsor again in 2020
• 2019 event sponsors and 2020 early confirmed sponsors
• An exclusive preview of what to expect at International Military Helicopter 2020 

International Military Helicopter 2020 will be organised across three specifically-themed days – Vision 2030, War Fighter Readiness/Current Operations and Platform Sustainment. You can view the agenda of the conference, by clicking here. 

"The Rotary Wing Enterprise (RWE): Ensuring Airworthiness and the Ability to Serve When Needed" Presentation was delivered at IMH 2023 by Mr. Keith Bethell, Director Helicopters, DE&S - UK DOD and covers:

• Director Helicopters Portfolio 
• Strategic Context
• Increasing Defence Outputs 
• Rotary Wing Enterprise (RWE)
• Transformation Cultural Change - The Challenge  

The world’s military helicopter fleets in 2025 look set to be dominated by the Sikorsky S-70, the Boeing Chinook, the Mil Mi-17 HIP, the Airbus PUMA/Super PUMA family and the Boeing AH-64 Apache, together with the NH90s, Leonardo AW101 MERLINS and AW139/149/169/189s.

Ahead of the 2019 International Military Helicopter conference, we have put together this report on the programmes, tenders and requirements currently taking place across the globe. 

Ahead of the 2019 International Military Helicopter conference, we have put together this detailed holdings report offering the most recent data on the rotary aircraft currently being operated or on order across international air forces, armies and navies. 

The "Next Generation Rotorcraft Capability" presentation was delivered at IMH 2023 by Cyril Heckel, NGRC Programme Manager, NATO Support and Procurement Agency and covers:

• NSPA as an Acquisition Agency 
• Life Cycle Management 
• NGRC Concept Stage 
• Possible Concept Studies 
• NGRC Implementation of Existing and Novel Propulsions 
• Assessment and Testing of CONOPS
• NGRC Open System Architecture 
• Current and Future Research Studies  
• NGRC Concept Review 

We are delighted to announce that Mr. Heckel we be joining us once again at International Military Helicopter 2025.

Despite budgetary restraints, there is still continuous investment in rotary platforms. The global need for new or upgraded assets is being driven by worldwide environmental and humanitarian crises and increasing threat contexts in various regions.  

Ahead of the International Military Helicopter conference, we've compiled a free global report in order to provide the community with inventories and trends from countries such as Germany, France, UAE, Argentina and Pakistan , which will all be represented at this year's conference, along with many more. 

Ahead of the International Military Helicopter Conference, the 2023 Attendee Report highlights the leading organizations within the industry and an extensive list of high-level attendees who have previously attended. Join us to share experiences from recent operations and hear from other international allies, and gain thought leadership from those who can provide innovative solutions, leading to the exchange of valuable knowledge and fostering key partnerships.

At the 16th annual International Military Helicopter conference, which took place in Canary Wharf, London on 31 January – 2 February, over 200 representatives from global military and industry gathered to examine some of the critical challenges influencing army and naval aviation. The event is the global military helicopter community's annual general meeting place.

View the highlights from this year's event and take a look at what's instore for 2018

The global helicopter market is currently facing a two-pronged assault with budget cutbacks continuing and a drop in the price of oil impacting civil and oil/gas demands. However, the medium- to long-term view of the market is promising given the presence of strong fundamentals and persistent, sustainable growth drivers. 

Ahead of the International Military Helicopter event, this report is available to download for free to offer the community insight into the worldwide inventories, requirements and trends. Includes insight into Nigeria, Poland, Italy, Pakistan, France, Spain, UK, Zambia, Germany, Colombia and the USA - all of which will be represented at this year's conference!

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View the Google Map to browse the latest demands and requirements across the international military helicopter domain, as well as the latest senior officers and subject matter experts joining the IMH conference panel. Simply click on the red icons to view the requirements and the blue icons to view the speakers.

The adaptability of the modern military helicopter, its potential for multi-role and multi-mission deployment, and its ability to penetrate the most austere and hostile environments is testament to its enduring value to armies, air forces, navies and special forces, demonstrated by the increasing spending figures in new platforms, modernization of existing fleets, MRO and serviceability, and sophisticated payloads. But such a diverse set of operations and roles presents the helicopter commander with a complex set of challenges that span technical, tactical and strategic dimensions.

Here, we take an early look at a selection of developments and challenges facing some of the international end-users attending this year's International Military Helicopter conference, including Nepal, France, the USA and the NATO Support & Procurement Agency.

We also provide updates from the commercial sector with insight from companies developing solutions on both sides of the cost and capability scales, including BLR and MD Helicopters...

Once a year, the International Military Helicopter Conference gathers Chiefs of Staff, Commanders, Enginners, Programme Managers and leading industry representatives from across the rotary and broader defence communities to take an in-depth, critical view of the current and future role and capabilities of military helicopters.

Debates this past year revolved around major new acquisition programmes - such as Future Vertical Lift - survivability and training. The next event will continue to provide a vital platform for commanders and operators who can offer their guidance and expertise as we continue to contend with this complex operating environment.

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As far as rotary-wing aircraft go, there are few assets more desirable to almost any military in the modern world. Owing to their ability to carry out a vast range of missions and the rapidity at which they can be deployed for land, sea or air use, helicopters are key to any serious defence budget, be it purchasing new platforms or modernising existing ones. Of course, this range of capabilities also means that today’s aircraft are technologically complex, resulting in difficult decisions for programme managers and increasingly complicated processes for maintenance and upgrades.

Here, we explore the key operational aspects of the 21st century military helicopter – a ‘blueprint’, if you will, of the topics and considerations driving the 2016 Military Helicopter conference (Jan 18-20, London, UK)…

January 2014

The helicopter market in 2013 has been marked with notable ups and downs, often sounding like terminations in the West or requested orders in transitioning economies. The end of last year has even finished on a distressing note for the American helicopter industry, the biggest in the world. Defence Research Analyst Alix Leboulanger reports for Frost & Sullivan on the Helicopter market opportunities and growth strategies.

The 24th annual International Military Helicopter (IMH) conference will bring together the most influential stakeholders from across the global rotary wing community to delve into future procurement activities and investments that are delivering next-generation capabilities. With the size of the global military helicopter market expected to grow to $72.81 billion by 2027, IMH provides the most valuable annual forum to address the current challenges and priorities for rotary aviation.

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- Attendee breakdown

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- Engagement opportunities

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