Leonardo-Finmeccanica has
announced
that Pakistan will purchase an undisclosed number of AW139 helicopters for Search & Rescue missions. This will add to 11 already in service, and delivery is to commence in 2017. The contract is
part of a fleet renewal program spread over several batches, including a logistic support and training package.
Industry
Pakistan signs up for more AW139 helos
Gabriel Dominguez, London - IHS Jane's Defence Weekly
25 May 2016
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.