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United States Army cancels FARA program, shelving Sikorsky Raider X helicopter

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What happened

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The United States Army cancelled the Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft (FARA) program on September 27, 2026. This action shelved the Sikorsky Raider X, a high-tech armed scout helicopter that was being developed under the program. The Army subsequently shifted its focus toward drones and powerplant upgrades for its existing helicopter models.

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Why it matters

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The cancellation affects the United States Army's strategy for fleet modernization. The program, which began in 2018, involved Sikorsky making significant progress on the Raider X. The Army's pivot away from next-generation choppers impacts its long-term procurement and research and development plans.

From slashgear.com

Who's involved

  • United States ArmyCancelled the FARA program and shifted procurement focus to drones and existing model upgrades.

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Possible knock-on effects

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  • 101st Airborne DivisionSpeculative

    The 101st Airborne Division might see changes in future equipment contracts or operational costs due to the United States Army's revised procurement strategy.

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