Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 17166

Military Aircraft: Helicopters

Tabled: 2 December 2024

Answered: 10 December 2024

Question

James Cartlidge

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, whether it is his policy that the Airbus H-145 will enter service to replace the Puma by 2026.

Answer

Maria Eagle

The out of service date for Puma was originally scheduled for 21 Mar 22; however, the platform was extended to fulfil some capabilities in Brunei and Cyprus until March 2025. In 2023, the Department agreed to procure the H-145 aircraft to fulfil these cap...

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