ℹ #Leonardo presented the #AW249 next-gen “exploration and escort helicopter” at #Eurosatory in #Paris today during an official ceremony attended by industry representatives, Italian #Defence officials, and international delegations, according to a press release ⏩
↪ Developed in collaboration with the Italian MoD, the #AW249, designated AH-249A NEES (Nuovo Elicottero da Esplorazione e Scorta) and known as the ‘Fenice,’ is described by #Leonardo as the only Western clean-sheet combat helicopter designed to meet emerging operational requirements for the next 30+ years.