Sikorsky-Boeing team reveals DEFIANT X Advanced assault helicopter to compete for U.S. Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft contract. FLRAA) competition. The aircraft, named DEFIANT X, is designed to meet Army threats in 2035 and beyond. A complete weapon system, DEFIANT X builds on the handling qualities and capabilities proven by the team's technology demonstrator, fly low and fast through complex terrain, land quickly, deliver soldiers and equipment to the objective area (referred to as the X), and get out. DEFIANT X flies twice as far and fast as the venerable Black Hawk helicopter it is designed to replace. It’s currently undergoing testing in a digital combat