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15 November 2023
The NH90 in Spain: The family keeps growing
With the aim of continuing to renew its tactical helicopters,
in 2018 Spain gave the green light for a second batch of 23 NH90s.
On this occasion, it also included the development and production of
seven naval MSPT (Maritime Spanish Tactical Transport Helicopter) variants
to equip the Spanish Navy with multi-purpose tactical transport helicopters
capable of operating in low visibility or adverse weather conditions and at night.
It is also fitted to perform combat search and rescue (CSAR),
medical evacuation and logistic transport missions if required.
The first MSPT will begin the customisation phase in Spain
in accordance with the requirements of the Ministry of Defence (DGAM) in the coming weeks.
The first NH90 for the Spanish Navy in 2024
The first NH90 to be delivered to the Spanish Navy, the MSPT,
will be the best amphibious helicopter the navy has ever had and will significantly enhance its strategic capabilities.
The MSPT is an evolution of the GSPA (Ground Spain Army) Standard 3 version operated by the Spanish Army.
It has new reinforced landing gear, a maximum take-off weight of up to 11 tonnes,
integration of an automatic identification system (AIS) for vessel/helicopter tracking
and an automatic blade and tail folding system
to minimise flight deck time and enhance safety for on-board technicians.
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