On March 14, 2023 it was announced that the canceled NH90 will be replaced by the proven Sikorsky Seahawk. It will be operated primarily for the Coast Guard but will also be able to embark on Navy frigates for antisubmarine warfare.
Initial order is for 6 helicopters with delivery scheduled between 2025 and 2027.
Initial order is for 6 helicopters with delivery scheduled between 2025 and 2027.
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Norwegian Seahawks Production Contract
27-Oct-23 - Lockheed Martin was awarded a contract for the production of six Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters for Norway #Seahawks
Billion Dollar Deal: Six MH-60R Seahawks for Norway
06-May-23 - US State Department approved possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) of six Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk maritime helicopters for Norway valued $1 billion. #Seahawks
Norway Wants Seahawks to Replace NH90
15-Mar-23 - Norwegian Defense Minister announced plan to buy 6 Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawks to replace canceled NH90 maritime helicopters for the Coast Guard and Navy. Parliament must confirm the ~ us$1.2B order soon for deliveries to take place in 2025 #Seahawks
Norway Terminates NH90 Contract
10-Jun-22 - After more than 20 years since the contract was signed and with 8 out of 14 helicopters delivered, Norway decided that the NH90 “will never be capable of meeting the requirements”. The Black Hawk / Seahawk is the most likely candidate to be chosen #NH90 List of Aircraft |
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