Airbus H225M Transport Helicopter Equipped with H-Force Special Weapon System
Hungarian Air Force to Receive Airbus H225M Helicopters This Summer: Defense Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky Confirms Following Successful Testing at Nullapont Firing Range on April 6th.
The Hungarian Defense Forces are gearing up to welcome the Airbus H225M helicopters this summer, and these aircraft will be equipped with a cutting-edge weapon system known as HForce. HForce stands out as a unique, comprehensive, and flexible weapon system meticulously designed to cater to the needs of defense agencies seeking lightweight attack mission capabilities or a complement to their existing fleet of specialized attack helicopters. Hungary’s Air Force is set to become the world’s first to introduce this combination with the HForce weapon system.
“Today, here in Várpalota, you could see how this unguided missile was fired and hit its target precisely. This is a very modern 21st-century development, a major advancement in the digital force, which will soon be in operation in the Hungarian Air Force. Peace requires strength, and we will continue to work towards that,” stated Hungarian Defense Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky.
HForce is tailored to meet the demands of defense agencies seeking lightweight attack mission capabilities or a valuable addition to their specialized attack helicopter fleets.
The Hungarian Ministry of Defense has placed an order for 16 H225M multi-purpose helicopters, all equipped with the HForce weapon management system. Airbus has also provided an extensive training and support package to ensure the highest level of operational readiness. The H225Ms chosen by Hungary will feature state-of-the-art communication capabilities and will be deployed for various purposes, including transport, combat search and rescue, and special operations missions.
The H225M boasts state-of-the-art avionics, a four-axis autopilot, exceptional range, and payload capacities. Additionally, its spacious cabin can accommodate up to 28 troops, making it highly versatile. This helicopter is equipped with potent air-to-ground and air-to-surface armaments, along with electronic warfare systems, allowing it to excel in the most demanding missions.
The Airbus Helicopters H225, formerly known as the Eurocopter EC225 Super Puma, is a long-range passenger transport helicopter developed by Eurocopter. The EC225 builds upon the Super Puma’s design, incorporating a five-blade main rotor with a new airfoil shape to reduce vibration and noise levels. This twin-engined aircraft can carry up to 24 passengers, along with two crew members and a cabin attendant, depending on the customer’s configuration. Over the years, the 11-metric-tonne H225M has demonstrated its reliability and durability in various combat environments and crisis areas. As part of the multi-role Super Puma family of helicopters, this military variant is currently in operation in countries such as France, Brazil, Mexico, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand, and has recently been ordered by Kuwait and Singapore.
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