Romania confirms SAFE-backed order for 12 H225M helicopters

Romania has finalized an agreement to purchase twelve Airbus Helicopters H225M heavy-twin helicopters, a deal supported by the European Commission’s Strategic Assistance Fund (SAFE) program. The government-to-government transaction with France is being financed through this funding initiative. Bucharest initially expressed its intention to acquire these aircraft as part of the broader ‘Caracal’ fleet acquisition plan announced in June. This significant investment underscores Romania's commitment to bolstering its defense capabilities and modernizing its aviation assets. The anticipated technology transfer component further strengthens the strategic partnership between Romania and France.