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UK Police Order Two More H135 Helicopters

July 20, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

NPAS orders two more H135 helicopters.
Total fleet renewal program now at nine aircraft.
Airbus Helicopters is the exclusive supplier.
New aircraft to arrive in 2028.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate the UK's commitment to modernizing its police aviation capabilities. The partnership between NPAS, Airbus, and BlueLight Commercial suggests a focus on building a resilient and technologically advanced fleet, which could set a precedent for future policing procurement.

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What Happened

National Police Air Service Expands Fleet Renewal Program

The UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) has ordered two additional H135 helicopters from Airbus Helicopters, bringing its total fleet renewal program to nine aircraft. The order is part of a framework contract signed in 2025 with BlueLight Commercial, the UK’s police procurement agency. The new aircraft will be equipped with Airbus’s Helionix avionics system and are scheduled to arrive in 2028. NPAS currently operates 16 H135 and four H145 helicopters, with Airbus Helicopters handling maintenance and support. The expansion was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: July 20, 2026

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Airbus Helicopters BlueLight Commercial NPAS

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UK Police Order Two More H135 Helicopters

July 20, 2026

2 min read

Key Takeaways

NPAS orders two more H135 helicopters.
Total fleet renewal program now at nine aircraft.
Airbus Helicopters is the exclusive supplier.
New aircraft to arrive in 2028.

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Strategic Implications

This order may indicate the UK's commitment to modernizing its police aviation capabilities. The partnership between NPAS, Airbus, and BlueLight Commercial suggests a focus on building a resilient and technologically advanced fleet, which could set a precedent for future policing procurement.

Sign in to view strategic implications Get full access to strategic analysis and expert insights.

Silver membership required Upgrade to Silver to access Strategic Implications.

What Happened

National Police Air Service Expands Fleet Renewal Program

The UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) has ordered two additional H135 helicopters from Airbus Helicopters, bringing its total fleet renewal program to nine aircraft. The order is part of a framework contract signed in 2025 with BlueLight Commercial, the UK’s police procurement agency. The new aircraft will be equipped with Airbus’s Helionix avionics system and are scheduled to arrive in 2028. NPAS currently operates 16 H135 and four H145 helicopters, with Airbus Helicopters handling maintenance and support. The expansion was first reported by AeroTime.

Source | Originally Published: July 20, 2026

Companies Mentioned

Airbus Helicopters BlueLight Commercial NPAS