The Nigerian Army (NA) has launched its first batch of new aircrafts, BELL UH 1-H. to enhance its operational effectiveness.

The acquisition of the aircraft is sequeal to the partnership with reputable stakeholders in the Defence and Security Industry for the procurement of requisite equipment and platforms for the army.

This has marked a significant milestone in the development of the Nigerian Army Aviation's capacity to provide air support to ground operations.

The two aircrafts, BELL UH 1-H, were formally handed over to the Nigerian Army at a ceremony held at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja while receiving the aircraft noted that the procurement of the aircraft BELL UH 1-H are part of the ongoing efforts by the Federal Govemment to enhance the Defence Capabilities and improve the operational effectiveness of the armed forces of Nigeria.

Lt General Taoreed Lagbaja pledged to modernize the NA's aviation portfolio, personnel and to integrate advanced training and unmanned operations in various ways across the fleet will take delivery of these platforms today in Abuja.

The Nigerian Army is currently setting up its aviation branch with plans to acquire modernized manned helicopters for autonomous platforms by such groups as the Textron Aerosonde UAS, Ziyan UAS Blowfish thus, giving pilots greater standoff from enemy threats.