Pakistan signs up for more AW139 helos

[Saifullah Sani]

Pakistan has signed a contract for an undisclosed number of AgustaWestland AW139s. Source: Leonardo-Finmeccanica

Pakistan has signed a contract for an undisclosed number of AgustaWestland AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters, Italian defence group Leonardo-Finmeccanica announced on 24 May.

The contract is part of a fleet renewal programme spread over several batches, including a logistic support and training package. The AW139s, deliveries of which are expected in 2017, will be used to perform search-and-rescue (SAR) operations across the country, said the AgustaWestland parent company.

A total of 11 AW139s are already in service in Pakistan, with five aircraft operated for government relief and transportation duties.



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[Sulman Badshah]

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