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Romania Acquires 12 H225M Helicopters

October 8, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Romania buys 12 H225M helicopters for €757 million.
The helicopters will replace IAR-330 Puma fleet.
Contract structured through France's DGA using SAFE instrument.
Aircraft will be used for conventional and special operations.

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Strategic Implications

This acquisition may indicate Romania's efforts to modernize its military capabilities, which could strengthen its position within NATO. The use of the SAFE instrument suggests a growing trend towards collaborative European defense initiatives, which may have implications for future procurement decisions.

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What Happened

Airbus Wins Major Contract Through European Security Action

Romania has finalized the purchase of 12 Airbus H225M helicopters to replace its aging IAR-330 Puma fleet. The contract, valued at approximately €757 million, was structured through France’s Direction générale de l’armement (DGA) and utilizes the European Security Action for Europe (SAFE) instrument. The new aircraft will be used for both conventional and special operations, and feature a configuration adapted for attacks against ground targets, reconnaissance, and tactical protection. This development was reported by Ejércitos.

Source | Originally Published: October 8, 2026

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