Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to explore solutions based on the MV-75 for the Republic of Korea’s High Speed Medium Utility Helicopter (HSMUH) program, aligned with U.S. Government priorities and policies.

This cooperative effort between Bell and KAI reflects the former’s shared vision of next generation vertical lift based on the MV-75, delivering the peak performance and capabilities through significantly enhanced speed, range, and maneuverability that a tiltrotor can offer.

Together, Bell and KAI will assess solutions that offer unmatched capability, to include leveraging a modular open systems approach (MOSA) that will enable the Republic of Korea (ROK) forces to rapidly and affordably modify the weapons system to support their military operations.

“Bell is excited to work with KAI,” said Jeff Schloesser, Senior Vice President, Strategic Pursuits, Bell.

“MV-75 represents the next generation of vertical lift. HSMUH presents another opportunity to extend the reach of this advanced capability and interoperability with U.S. allies and partners,” he added.

Bell and KAI will explore opportunities for industrial cooperation to support the effort as it continues to mature. This collaboration with KAI supports efforts to deliver a transformational capability. Bell is committed to working with KAI and identifying the best solution possible for the ROK.

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