Top 6 Startups producing and enhancing Military Helicopters

Updated: Dec 15, 2025
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These companies produce advanced rotor systems, stealth airframe designs, enhanced avionics suites, next-gen missile integration, high-performance engine technologies, etc.
1
Lockheed Martin
Country: USA | Funding: $62M
Lockheed Martin is a security company that engages in the research, development, and manufacture of technology systems and products, including HIMARS, ATACMS, BLACK HAWK Helicopter, F-16 Fighting Falcon.
2
Skyryse
Country: USA | Funding: $533.5M
Skyryse is developing SkyOS - AI-based operating system for military helicopters Black Hawk. It allows to eliminate dozens of mechanical flight controls, such as instruments and switches and replace them with a system containing multiple onboard computers that automate the more complex and dangerous aspects of aircraft control. This is not a fully autonomous system; the pilot still must operate it. However, it is designed to automate the most complex aspects of flight control, enhancing pilot training and improving safety. The system automates takeoffs and landings, as well as fully automates hovering and emergency landings in the event of engine failure.
3
Kaman
Country: USA | Funding: $115M
Kaman supports national defense around the globe with advanced components and technologies for aerial and marine vehicles. Kaman is the source for mission critical components and systems that offer exceptional performance under any range of conditions.
4
Leonardo
Country: Italy
Leonardo – Finmeccanica is a global high-tech company specializing in aerospace, security, and defense. In particular it develops AI-powered shield for cities and critical infrastructure
5
NHIndustries
Country: France
NHIndustries designs and develops NH90 helicopter series and provides logistical support.
6
Korea Aerospace Industries
Country: South Korea
Korea Aerospace Industries is an aerospace company. It is taking leading role in national aviation industry and security
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