Airbus Supplies Two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters to Spanish Navy

Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters (MSPT) to the Spanish Navy.

The rotorcraft are the first two helicopters of a seven-unit order, part of the second phase of Spain’s NH90 program, which includes 23 aircraft.

Configured for amphibious tactical missions, the MSPT variant features reinforced landing gear, naval communication and navigation systems, and automatic folding for the main rotor and tail.

It can carry up to 20 fully equipped troops or a light vehicle and supports single-pilot operations in low-visibility conditions.

With the arrival of these units, the NH90 is now operated by all three branches of the Spanish Armed Forces: the Army, Air and Space Force, and Navy.

The development follows an agreement signed in May between Madrid and Airbus under the National Helicopter Plan to expand Spain’s NH90 fleet.

Airbus NH90

The NH90 can cruise at a maximum speed of 300 kilometers (186 miles) per hour.

It can remain airborne for up to five hours on standard fuel tanks, making it suitable for extended missions.

The helicopter measures 19.56 meters (64.2 feet) long, 16.3 meters (53.5 feet) wide, and 5.3 meters (17.4 feet) high.

It weighs approximately 6,400 kilograms (14,110 pounds) empty, with a maximum gross weight of 10,600 kilograms (23,370 pounds).