Dec 22, 2021 · France signed contract for first batch of several prototypes and 30 Airbus H160M Guépard helicopters (21 for army, 8 for navy and 1 for air force) as part of the Light Joint Helicopter programme (HIL)
Mar 3, 2017 · France Defence Minister announced selection of the H160 to replace the Dauphin, Gazelle, Puma, Fennec and Alouette III in the 3 armed forces