The French Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) has announced the integration of the STRIKE (Stabiliseteur de Tir R\u00e9glable d\u2019 Intervention Kin\u00e9sique et \u00c9quilibr\u00e9) shot stabilization system into the NH-90 NFH (NATO Frigate Helicopter), also known as the \u201cCa\u00efman\u201d. STRIKE is a modular system that absorbs vibrations during firing and reduces the weight of the weapon for the gunner. It can also integrate a camera for reconnaissance missions. STRIKE has already been integrated into France\u2019s Gazelle, Cougar and Fennec helicopters. Before its integration into the NH-90, the system was tested in four configurations: One with a 12.7 mm M3M machine gun, one with an HK-417 assault rifle, one with a PGM Hecate II sniper rifle and one with a reconnaissance camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The use of STRIKE will enhance the accuracy of machine gun fire from the helicopter, as well as the accuracy of sniper fire. Performing a precision shot from a moving helicopter remains a complex process. Vibration, turbulence and flight instability make aiming difficult and expose snipers to high risk. However, some missions require full control of this capability. A notable example occurred during Operation Thalathine in 2018, when a Marine sniper in a Panther helicopter disabled the engine of a 4×4 vehicle used by Somali hostage takers with a 12.7mm McMillan TAC-50 rifle. This action allowed for the partial recovery of the ransom and the arrest of several individuals associated with the attack on the yacht Le Ponant.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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