Military & civilian upgrade/ modernization programs
 
 
Lahav has overhauled and upgraded thousands of helicopters for both the Israel Air Force and customers from around the world (in the United States, Europe, South America, Asia, and Africa). Lahav's state-of-the-art upgrade solutions significantly enhance today's helicopter's operational capabilities, enabling effective performance of operations at levels comparable with new helicopters. Upgrading helicopters is a cost effective alternative to purchasing extremely costly, new helicopters.
 
Lahav upgrade packages incorporate advanced avionics, sensors, weapons and self-defense systems, which are tailored to the exact requirements of each specific Customer. By drawing on the experience of our team of ex-Israel Air Force pilots, Lahav's helicopter upgrades are optimized to meet the real demands of current operations.
 
IAI also provides maintenance, overhaul and refurbishment services for Western and Russian (Soviet era and post-Soviet era) rotary wing aircraft.  IAI is authorized by Bell and other leading helicopter providers to perform maintenance and repairs.
 
Typical Lahav helicopter upgrades include:
• Adaptations for night operations with new EO/FLIR systems and NVG compatibility
• Cockpit reconfiguration for reduced air crew workload
• New accurate navigation system with Digital Moving Map and real-time mission planning capabilities
• Advanced mission systems and sensors tailored to the operational requirements
 
Lahav offers a cost-effective tailored naval helicopter (Skimmer) upgrade package. Skimmer is built around powerful IAI sensors and systems which are integrated together optimally to meet the challenges of naval helicopter missions.