Rotorcraft
Naval Combat Version of H225M Flight-tested in Brazil
The Brazilian subsidiary of Airbus Helicopters is doing the development to help meet technology transfer goals
The first H225M modified for naval combat is shown flying with APS-143 radar and Exocet missiles fitted. (Photo: Airbus Helicopters)
The first H225M modified for naval combat is shown flying with APS-143 radar and Exocet missiles fitted. (Photo: Airbus Helicopters)

The first Airbus Helicopters H225M Caracal to be adapted for naval combat is flying in Brazil. The company said that its Brazilian subsidiary, Helibras, will deliver this version to the Brazilian Navy in 2018 after it achieves military certification. Brazil ordered 50 H225Ms in 2009, of which 26 have now been delivered to its air force, army and navy.