{"id":4132,"date":"2026-01-07T23:13:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T20:13:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xairforces.com\/?p=4132"},"modified":"2026-01-15T23:18:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T20:18:36","slug":"spain-orders-100-airbus-helicopters-under-national-modernization-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xairforces.com\/?p=4132","title":{"rendered":"Spain Orders 100 Airbus Helicopters Under National Modernization Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Largest DGAM purchase strengthens Armed Forces capabilities and expands Airbus industrial footprint in Albacete<\/strong>

\"Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Spanish Ministry of Defence has signed contracts for the purchase of 100 Airbus helicopters through the Directorate General for Armament and Material (DGAM). The agreements, part of the National Helicopter Plan announced in May, represent the largest helicopter acquisition in DGAM\u2019s history and aim to modernize Spain\u2019s defence and security assets.

The contracts cover four helicopter models across the three branches of the Spanish Armed Forces:<\/strong>

\u2022 13 H135 helicopters: <\/strong>12 for the Air and Space Force and 1 for the Navy, to be used for advanced pilot training, light utility, and observation missions.
\u2022 50 H145M helicopters:<\/strong> All for the Army (FAMET), supporting pilot training, light attack missions with HForce systems, utility operations, and disaster relief.
\u2022 6 H175M helicopters: <\/strong>For the Air and Space Force, designated for governmental missions including authority transport, replacing outdated fleets from Wing 48.
\u2022 31 NH90 helicopters:<\/strong> 13 for the Army, 12 for the Air and Space Force, and 6 for the Navy, intended for tactical transport, manoeuvre, special operations, and enhancing the Navy\u2019s amphibious warfare fleet.

\u201cBy formalising these contracts, the Ministry of Defence fulfils its commitment to provide our Armed Forces with the latest generation of helicopters essential for their operations,\u201d said Mar\u00eda Amparo Valcarce Garc\u00eda, Secretary of State for Defence. \u201cThis strategic investment significantly increases Spain\u2019s security and defence capabilities while ensuring national autonomy in a key sector of European defence.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, added: \u201cThis award is the tangible realisation of the National Helicopter Plan. It represents a qualitative leap in Armed Forces capabilities and consolidates Airbus Helicopters\u2019 industrial footprint in Spain, positioning the country as a reference hub in the European aeronautical industry.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The plan is expected to generate more than 300 highly qualified jobs over the next three years. Airbus will expand its Albacete facilities with a new military helicopter customization centre and an international training centre for H145M pilots and technicians, complementing ongoing work on the Tiger mid-life upgrade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, Airbus aims to transform Albacete into a Centre of Expertise for digital capabilities. A Digital Campus is being developed in collaboration with the University of Albacete and the Castilla-La Mancha Science and Technology Park, focusing on digital tools and cybersecurity. Support engineering, software development, connectivity, and maintenance for Spain\u2019s military helicopter fleet will also be reinforced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Source:<\/strong>\u00a0Albacete, Spain –\u00a0Airbus<\/a>\u00a0& \u00a9XAirForces News<\/a>, 7 January 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Photo:<\/strong> Spain\u2019s Ministry of Defence signs contracts for 100 Airbus helicopters under the National Helicopter Plan\u2014the largest DGAM purchase in history. The deal modernizes Armed Forces capabilities, expands Airbus\u2019s footprint in Albacete, and creates 300+ jobs.. (Photo by \u00a9Airbus)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Editor:<\/strong>\u00a0Claudia Maria V\u00e1zquez<\/a>\u00a0(South West European \u00a9XAirForces News Editor from Spain \/ CMVPhotos Spotter)

Spain Orders 100 Airbus Helicopters Under National Modernization Plan<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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