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January 27, 2021

Sikorsky-Boeing Team Reveals Advanced Assault Helicopter

DEFIANT X Will Compete For The Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Contract

Sikorsky and Boeing have released details of its advanced helicopter for the US Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft competition, known as FLRAA. The aircraft, named DEFIANT X, will reportedly be the fastest, most maneuverable and most survivable assault helicopter in history. Combined with the team’s unsurpassed experience in mission systems, training and sustainment, it will revolutionize the way the Army meets threats in 2035 and beyond. DEFIANT X is a complete weapon system that builds on the handling qualities and transformational capabilities proven by the team’s technology demonstrator, SB>1 DEFIANT.

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