Armament

Schiebel of Wiener Neustadt Ushering in a New Era with Armed Camcopters

For a long time, the Lower Austrian company Schiebel was regarded as a prime example of high-tech civilian and government technology “Made in Austria.” With its unmanned helicopters (UAS), the company monitored the world’s oceans, tracked down environmental offenders, and supported rescue teams. However, the increasingly tense geopolitical situation has led to a strategic shift in direction: With the new Camcopter S-101 and S-301 models, Schiebel is introducing drones designed specifically for armed operations for the first time.

April 29, 2026

Austria Finalizes Billion-Dollar Purchase: Twelve Italian Leonardo M-346-FA Jets to Replace Swedish Saab 105

Austria has completed the purchase of twelve Leonardo M-346-FA jets from Italy. This was announced by Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner and Economy Minister Wolfgang Hattmannsdorfer (both ÖVP). The new weapon-capable subsonic jets close a capability gap that had existed since 2020 due to the decommissioning of the Saab 105.

November 30, 2025

Twelve New Black Hawk Helicopters for the Austrian Armed Forces

The contract for the purchase of twelve UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters for the Austrian Armed Forces has been signed. This significant purchase represents an important step towards modernizing and expanding the Austrian Armed Forces' aircraft fleet.

July 15, 2024

Austria's Air Future: Embraer's C-390 Set to Replace the Stalwart C-130

In a landmark decision, Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner, flanked by National Armaments Director Major General Harald Vodosek, announced the intended replacement for the Austrian Armed Forces' reliable yet aging C-130 "Hercules": the Embraer C-390.

September 20, 2023
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