Pakistan orders more AW139 helos from
Leonardo
By Ryan Maass | Updated Feb. 21, 2017 at 7:42 AM
Feb. 20 (UPI) -- Leonardo received an order
from the government of Pakistan to deliver additional AW139 helicopters for
transport and utility purposes.
The company did not disclose the number of
rotorcraft included in its latest order. Deliveries are expected to begin in
mid-2017.
Leonardo says the purchase expands Pakistan's
existing AW139 fleet, adding the rotorcraft's high performance capabilities
under extreme weather conditions make it a good fit for the country's
operational environment.
The AW139 helicopter is a multirole aircraft
designed for emergency response and search-and-rescue operations. Its military
variant, designated the AW139M, is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada
PT6 engines, and can be piloted by one or two pilots in addition to carrying 10
troops.
Leonardo adds the helicopter features the
largest cabin volume in its class to accommodate two to four stretchers to
support emergency response missions.
Original post: upi.com
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