# Swedish Armed Forces and Police conduct helicopter exercise in Stockholm

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- Published: 2026-07-24 · Updated: 2026-11-05
- Type: News brief · Section: Land · Country: sweden
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> On 24 July 2026, the Swedish Armed Forces and Police will carry out a helicopter exercise in central Stockholm during the morning and early afternoon.

**[The Swedish Armed Forces have announced](https://www.forsvarsmakten.se/aktuellt/nyheter/forsvarsmakten-och-polisen-ovar-i-centrala-stockholm/) that the agency and the Swedish Police will conduct a helicopter exercise in central Stockholm on Friday, 24 July 2026. The exercise is recurring and is led by the Police, with support from the Swedish Armed Forces' Helicopter Wing, which is taking part with a Helicopter 16, also known as the UH-60M Black Hawk, as well as personnel.**

The exercise will run during the morning and early afternoon, and may be noticeable to those in the central parts of the capital.

## FAQ

**When are the Swedish Armed Forces and the Police conducting the helicopter exercise in Stockholm?**

The exercise takes place on Friday, 24 July 2026 in central Stockholm. It will run during the morning and early afternoon, and may be noticed by people in the city centre during these hours. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-05.

**Which helicopter type is taking part in the exercise in central Stockholm?**

The Swedish Armed Forces' Helicopter Wing is participating with a Helicopter 16, also known as the UH-60M Black Hawk. The helicopter is part of the recurring exercise, together with personnel from the Wing. The exercise is conducted in cooperation with the Police in central Stockholm. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-05.

**Who is leading the exercise and what support is the Swedish Armed Forces contributing?**

The exercise is led by the Police, who receive support from the Swedish Armed Forces' Helicopter Wing. The support consists of a Helicopter 16, UH-60M Black Hawk, along with associated personnel. The exercise is recurring and is being conducted on Friday, 24 July 2026. Last fact-checked: 2026-11-05.

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