The Iraqi Army has received its first two H225M Caracal multi-role transport helicopters, manufactured by the French company Airbus Helicopters. The aircraft, identified by serial numbers YI-521 and YI-522, are part of an initial contract that includes the delivery of 12 units.

According to the Iraqi military command, the new helicopters are expected to gradually replace the Russian-made Mi-17s currently in service. The move represents not only an upgrade to the army’s rotary-wing fleet but also a strategic shift toward diversifying military suppliers.

Images: Official account of Iraqi Defense Minister Thabit Al-Abbasi, X @modministeriq