A military helicopter with twin rotors sits on rocky ground in a desert-like area under a clear sky.

Merlin Helicopter Ballistic Protection Case Study

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Ballistic Protection for the Merlin Mk3 Helicopter By 2009, Permali had developed a reputation for providing high performance composite ballistic protection, and rapid responses to Urgent Operational Requirements (UORs). A significant number of British platforms deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan were in-service with ballistic armour solutions supplied by Permali, including various land vehicles and the…

Interior of a military cargo aircraft with a ramp lowered and seats folded along the sides.

Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS®)

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Chinook Cargo Handling System (CCHS®) Permali was contracted to develop and supply a comprehensive ballistic protection solution for RAF CH-47 Chinook helicopters as an Urgent Operational Requirement (UOR), adding protection panels in the cockpit and cabin of the aircraft. During later discussions it became apparent that the RAF also had a need for a cargo…