Major Bart Prins

Staff Officer Attack Helicopter Aviation Royal Netherlands Air Force

Tactical Helicopter professional with a background in both transport and attack helicopters, deployments to Afghanistan and Mali. Currently working on future concepts, requirements and projects for the RNLAF AH-64E.

DAY THREE | THURSDAY 27 FEBRUARY 2025

15:10 PANEL DISCUSSION: MAXIMISING ROTORCRAFT EFFECTIVENESS IN MULTI-DOMAIN OPERATIONS

·       Enhancing communication and data-sharing during complex missions to optimise effectiveness and ensure cross domain interoperability

·       With worldwide interest for multi-use helicopters, what capabilities should Armed Forces prioritise given current security challenges and evolving threats?

·       What capabilities are required for enduring fleets to be operationally effective in MDO environments?

·       How are nations fostering better coordination and collaboration through multinational helicopter exercises, and how does this aid in preparing for multi-domain operations?

·       How are militaries planning to optimise battlespace management when operating in MDO environments?

15:50 STRENGTHENING OPERATIONAL CAPABILITIES TO RESPOND TO NEW THREATS

·       Importance of strengthening defence capacities with the acquisition of NH90 helicopters

·       Requirements to enhance rotary wing capabilities to operate in multiple environments

·       New technologies required to support pilots with complex missions, and challenges of integrating new systems

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Bart.

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