The FVL technology demonstrator aircraft being built for the US Army's Joint Multi-Role programme are both progressing. Bell Helicopter's V-280 Valor is now moving forward to its first flight shortly.
Sikorsky and Boeing's SB-1 Defiant is almost complete with the aircraft looking to take to the skies next year. Ground tests are expected to take place soon.
The US Army's JMR/FVL Programme Director, Dan Bailey talks with Shephard about onboard open architecture for the aircraft's weapon integration and how the military helicopter will be ready for the future battlefield.
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