Inside Italy’s Next-Gen Helicopter Programme: Commander Antonio Strina on the AW249 and Future Rotorcraft

Commander Antonio Strina of Italy’s National Armaments Directorate discusses the AW249 “Fenice” attack helicopter program, its open architecture design, and how Italy is preparing for future battlefield challenges. From modular systems and AI integration to lessons from U.S. programs and advanced pilot training with simulators, Streeter shares how Italy plans to deliver new helicopters by 2027 while shaping the next generation of rotorcraft.