Bell AH‑1Z Viper
in Nigerian Air Force

News

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  U.S. Hails Nigerian Readiness Ahead of AH-1Z Delivery

  Feb 26, 2026 · U.S. NAVAIR completed a 3-day visit to Nigeria to support integration and sustainment ahead of the delivery of 12 Bell AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters from late 2026
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  Production Begins for Nigerian AH-1Z Helicopters

  Dec 19, 2023 · Northrop Grumman has been awarded a U.S. Defense contract to deliver 32 H-1 tech refresh mission computers for the Bell AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters destined for Nigeria
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  AH-1Z Viper Approved for Nigeria

  Apr 15, 2022 · U.S. State Department approved possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) of 12 Bell AH-1Z attack helicopters valued us$ 997M to Nigeria.