05-Mar-26 - Northrop Grumman will provide its Common Infrared Countermeasures (CIRCM) system to Germany’s new CH-47 Chinook helicopters, enhancing aircraft survivability. #protection
19-Nov-25 - The US Department of War has kick-started production of 60 CH-47F Block II Chinook heavy-lift helicopters for Germany with an initial contract awarded to Boeing, marking a major step in the country’s EUR 7 billion STH modernization program. #Germany
23-Apr-24 - The arrival of a Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) Boeing CH-47F Chinook at Holzdorf marks the beginning of the familiarization process for Luftwaffe crews with their forthcoming helicopter, slated to replace the CH-53G #Chinook
12-May-23 - US State Dept. approves possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) of 60 CH-47 Chinook helicopters to Germany valued at $8.5B. The helicopters will be based on the CH-47F Block II with custom modifications, including air-to-air refueling probes and an Extended Range Fuel System (ERFS). #Chinook
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